Keto Ground Beef Casserole
Discover the ultimate Keto Ground Beef Casserole – a delicious, low-carb comfort food packed with ground beef, cauliflower rice, and a creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for meal prep or a quick keto dinner, this easy casserole is full of flavor and will satisfy your cravings without the carbs
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers any color
- 1 cup cauliflower rice fresh or frozen
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes.
- Add cauliflower rice and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked ground beef, followed by heavy cream, cream cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x9-inch casserole dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- For a crispy top, broil for the last 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Storage: This casserole is perfect for meal prep. Store it in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze it for up to 3 months.
- Dairy-Free Option: Swap out the heavy cream and cream cheese for coconut cream and use dairy-free cheese.
- Vegetable Variations: You can add spinach, zucchini, or mushrooms for more veggies.
- Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for an extra burst of flavor.