Keto Taco Casserole Recipe

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 25 min

Total Time: 35 min

Servings: 6

Net Carbs: ~5g per serving

Ingredients:

For the Meat Base:

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

1 small onion, diced (optional – adds a few carbs)

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp taco seasoning (use low-carb or homemade – recipe below)

1/4 cup water

1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel – drained)

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Casserole:

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sour cream

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a Mexican blend)

1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)

Optional Toppings:

Sliced jalapeños

Avocado or guacamole

Fresh cilantro

Shredded lettuce

Diced tomatoes

Hot sauce

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Brown the beef: In a large skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until beef is browned. Drain any excess grease.

Add seasoning: Stir in garlic, taco seasoning, and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Add tomatoes: Mix in drained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.

Make creamy layer: In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in half of the shredded cheese.

Assemble the casserole: In a greased 9×9 or 8×11 baking dish, layer the beef mixture on the bottom. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Top & serve: Garnish with green onions and any other keto-friendly toppings you like.

Homemade Keto Taco Seasoning (optional)

1 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp oregano

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

(Optional: pinch of cayenne for heat)