Keto Pizza Casserole
A delicious low-carb pizza casserole that's fast, easy to make, and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or sausage Use 80/20 ground beef for richer flavor, or ground turkey if preferable.
- 1 cup low carb marinara sauce Look for 'no sugar added' brands.
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Grated from a block preferred for better melting.
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices Can substitute with turkey or beef sausage.
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers Optional, for added color and texture.
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives Optional, for added flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the low carb marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture, followed by half of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the pepperoni slices. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, adding bell peppers and olives if using.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared a day in advance or frozen. Also great for meal prep. Serve with a fresh side salad or garlic bread for non-keto eaters.