Keto Cheeseburger Casserole - Healthy Recipes Blog (2024)

You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this recipe. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

• Olive oil: My favorite oil to cook with! It's so flavorful. Other options include avocado oil and ghee.
• Extra-lean ground beef: I prefer to use extra-lean ground beef (93% lean) because I drain the rendered fat anyway. However, using lean ground beef (85% lean) is OK if that's what you have. As you can see in the photo above, I sometimes use it.
• Onion and garlic. Sometimes, when I'm lazy, I sub onion and garlic powders - two teaspoons of each. But it's not as good.
• Kosher salt and black pepper: I use Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt.
• Mayonnaise: I prefer mayonnaise made with avocado oil.
• Ketchup: I use unsweetened ketchup.
• Mustard: I usually like Dijon mustard. But in this recipe, yellow mustard works too.
• Shredded cheddar: I like to use sharp or extra-sharp cheddar. It greatly enhances the flavor of this casserole.

The best thing about this recipe is how simple it is to make. But if you'd like to experiment a little, here are a few ideas for you:

• Add crumbled cooked bacon. I love the flavor it adds.
• You can make this recipe with ground chicken or turkey thighs. It won't be the same, but it's still good. I recommend using ground chicken thighs, not chicken breast, which is too lean.
• Add your favorite spices, even if they're not classic cheeseburger seasonings. Smoked paprika and chili powder are excellent in this recipe. You can add a teaspoon of each.
• Sometimes, I mix sliced pickled jalapenos into the beef mixture before baking it.

The detailed instructions for making this casserole are included in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of the steps:

You start by cooking ground beef and onion in olive oil. Drain and add seasonings: Garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Off heat, stir in condiments: Mayo, ketchup, and mustard. Then, stir in shredded cheese.

The last step is to transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle it with more cheese. Bake the casserole for about 15 minutes at 400°F, then serve!

Expert Tip

If you'd like to turn this casserole into a complete meal, add 1-2 cups of uncooked riced cauliflower to the ground beef/onion mixture and cook everything together. If you do, increase the olive oil by 1-2 tablespoons.

What type of beef do you use in a cheeseburger casserole?

I use extra lean ground beef (93% lean). I prefer lean ground beef (85% lean) in most of my recipes, but when I cook it for a casserole, I drain the fat anyway.

Can I add vegetables?

Can you make a casserole without a starchy ingredient?

Serving Suggestions

To balance out the richness of this casserole, I recommend skipping the starches and serving it with a side veggie. A few options I like:

• Boiled green beans
• Roasted asparagus
• Arugula salad
• Roasted asparagus
• Sauteed green beans
• Steamed spinach
• Steamed broccoli

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Keto Cheeseburger Casserole

This easy 30-minuteketo cheeseburger casseroleis hearty, filling, and an excellent alternative to a classic cheeseburger.

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 458kcal

Nutrition per Serving

Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 771mg | Sugar: 2g