Not only is Buffalo Cauliflower & Chickpea Casserole delicious, but it also offers a delightful crunch from the chickpeas and a tender, melt-in-your-mouth experience from the properly baked cauliflower.
Place a large and deep pan over medium heat and heat a splash of olive oil. Saute onion and celery stalks for 5 minutes. Add cauliflower florets, mix well and cook for 5 minutes more.
1 medium white onion, 1 celery stalk, 300 g 10 oz cauliflower florets
Season with salt and pepper, add chickpeas, rice and garlic. Mix well. Pour in chicken stock and hot sauce. Bring to a boil, then transfer into a baking pan and cover with foil.
2 cups chicken stock, ⅓ cup buffalo hot sauce, 1 cup rice, 3 garlic cloves, 1 can chickpeas
Bake for 40-45 minutes. Serve topped with ranch dressing.