Description
Indulge in a hearty, flavor-packed meal that delivers all the comfort of your favorite pizza without the carb-heavy crust. This crustless pizza casserole features savory seasoned ground beef, a luscious cream cheese binder, and a blanket of melted mozzarella. It is a perfectly satisfying, keto-friendly solution for busy weeknights that the whole family will love. Elegant in its simplicity and rich in protein, this dish makes meal prep effortless and eating low-carb truly enjoyable.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs lean ground beef
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup low-sugar pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Optional: sliced bell peppers, olives, or mushrooms
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned; drain excess fat.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder to the beef.
In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with the low-sugar pizza sauce until smooth.
Combine the cream cheese mixture with the cooked ground beef and stir until well combined.
Spread the mixture evenly into a 9×9 inch baking dish.
Top with an even layer of shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can reheat individual portions in the microwave or oven. Feel free to add your favorite approved low-carb pizza toppings like sliced black olives or sautéed peppers for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American