This easy recipe for keto ground beef casserole with green beans is the perfect way to make a hearty low carb dinner for the family or for meal prep.It combines lean ground beef, green beans, cream cheese and is topped with shredded cheese then baked in a one skillet casserole.
Normally, the 5 components of a casserole are protein, starch, vegetables and cheese. However, if you’re following a low carb or keto diet the starch has got to go! Luckily you can make an easy keto casserole using lean ground beef that is still hearty and delicious and perfect for meal prep.
What You’ll Need To Make This Keto Ground Beef Casserole
- Lean Ground Beef: You could use a ground beef with a higher fat content, but I find that sticking with 90% or more keeps the casserole from getting too watered down with fat. You could also try using ground turkey or ground bison for this recipe.
- Canned Green Beans: This is a quick way to add a dose of nutrients from low carb vegetables in this casserole.
- Cream Cheese: This will pull together all the ingredients and make everything creamy and delicious.
- Coconut Aminos or Soy Sauce: Either of these go well with a beef dish adding a great depth of flavor. Coconut Aminos are a great gluten and soy free alternative.
- Dijon Mustard: Adds another layer of flavor that goes fantastic with ground beef.
- Grated Parmesan and Shredded Cheddar: The combination of these 2 cheeses makes this true keto comfort food when it gets melted on top.
- Crumbled Bacon: This is optional but really makes this keto casserole pop!
What’s The Best Meat For A Casserole?
The best meat for a casserole highly depends on what kind you’re trying to make. For keto casseroles, ground meat is a great high fat and low carb option.
Can You Bake Ground Beef?
Ground beef can be baked in the oven (hello meatloaf!) but in this case it is cooked in the skillet on the stove then placed in the oven so the toppings can melt.
Do I Need To Use A Cast Iron Skillet?
You do not need to use a cast iron skillet for this casserole. You could use whatever oven safe skillet works for you or you could cook everything in a skillet then transfer the mixture to an oven safe casserole dish before topping then bake in the oven as per the recipe states.
How To Make Keto Ground Beef Casserole
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 to prepare for the skillet to go in the oven.
- Cook Ground Beef and Onions: Heat avocado oil in an oven safe skillet over medium high heat. Add in sliced onions and saute for 5 minutes or until they begin to turn translucent. Add in ground beef and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir In Seasonings: Cut cream cheese into blocks and add to ground beef and onion mixture as well as the Coconut Aminos, Coarse Grain Mustard and black pepper. Turn heat down to medium and gently stir until cream cheese is melted and everything is combined. Once mixture is combined, fold in drained green beans.
- Top and Bake In Oven: Evenly top green bean casserole with shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon and Parmesan cheese. Add skillet to preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted on top. Serve hot.
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Keto Ground Beef Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 lb Lean Ground Beef
- 1 White Onion sliced
- 1 tbsp Avocado Oil
- 2 tsp Minced Garlic
- 2 14oz cans Green Beans, drained
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- ¾ cup Shredded Cheddar
- ½ cup Grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp Coconut Aminos or Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 tbsp Crumbled Bacon OPTIONAL
- ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 to prepare for the skillet to go in the oven.
- Cook Ground Beef and Onions: Heat avocado oil in an oven safe skillet over medium high heat. Add in sliced onions and saute for 5 minutes or until they begin to turn translucent. Add in ground beef and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir In Seasonings: Cut cream cheese into blocks and add to ground beef and onion mixture as well as the Coconut Aminos, Coarse Grain Mustard and black pepper. Turn heat down to medium and gently stir until cream cheese is melted and everything is combined. Once mixture is combined, fold in drained green beans.
- Top and Bake In Oven: Evenly top green bean casserole with shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon and Parmesan cheese. Add skillet to preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted on top. Serve hot.
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