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Top-view of low-carb harvest casserole, Thanksgiving side dish, served on a grey plate ready to eat.

Harvest casserole with chicken sausage

Tami DeGeeter, CPT, CNC
Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with our low-carb harvest casserole. Packed with wholesome ingredients and simple yet satisfying flavors, this dish offers a nutritious twist on classic comfort food. From Brussels sprouts to herbs and chicken sausage, each ingredient is carefully selected to create a balanced and delicious meal. Whether you're looking for a cozy weeknight dinner or a Thanksgiving side dish, this casserole delivers savory comfort in every bite. Join us in embracing the essence of fall with this easy-to-make, nutrient-rich recipe.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Lunch and Dinner
Makes 4 servings
Serving Size 3 cups
Net Carbs 21 g
*Net carbs are per serving

Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved or quartered, depending on size
  • 3 cups butternut squash, chopped into ½" cubes
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • salt and black pepper
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 links chicken sausage, cut into ¼" rounds
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 2 cups cauliflower rice
  • 1 medium apple, chopped
  • ½ cup pecans, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Garnish: chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425F/220C.
    Close-up view of temperature knob on an oven, preheat oven to cook a meal.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Put Brussels sprouts on one baking sheet and the butternut squash on the other. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil each, and season with salt and black pepper. Bake for 20 minutes, or until squash is soft.
    Top view of chopped Brussels sprouts and butternut squash in a baking dish ready to bake in the oven.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet or saute pan over medium heat, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Cook the onions until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the sausages, dried parsley, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and dried sage. Cook until the sausages have browned on the outside. (If using raw sausages, make sure sausages are fully cooked.)
    Close-up side-angle view of chicken sausages cooking in a skillet with herbs, onion, and garlic to make low-carb harvest casserole.
  • Add the cauliflower rice, apple, pecans, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower rice and apples have softened.
    Close-up view of cooking low-carb harvest casserole in a skillet - chicken sausage, apple, cauliflower rice, pecans, and spices.
  • Add the roasted Brussels sprouts and butternut squash to the skillet and stir well to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
    Top-view of cooking low-carb harvest casserole in a skillet.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy!
    Low-carb harvest casserole with chicken sausages served on a grey plate ready to eat.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Harvest casserole with chicken sausage
Serving Size
 
3 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
576
% Daily Value*
Net Carbohydrates
 
21
g
Carbohydrates
 
31
g
Fiber
 
10
g
Sugar
 
7
g
Protein
 
30
g
Fat
 
40
g
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
15
g
Cholesterol
 
120
mg
Sodium
 
872
mg
Potassium
 
1285
mg
37
%
Vitamin C
 
121
mg
147
%
Vitamin A
 
603
µg
86
%
Calcium
 
157
mg
16
%
Iron
 
5
mg
28
%
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are provided as a courtesy. Nutrition facts are sourced from the USDA Food Database. Values may vary depending on brand of ingredients used.
Keywords fall casserole, low-carb autumn casserole, low-carb harvest chicken casserole, low-carb Thanksgiving side dish, Thanksgiving side dish
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