Low-Carb Taco Casserole

Easy Keto Taco Casserole Recipe – low on carbs but high on taste! SO good! Everyone cleaned their plate and asked for seconds!! Ground beef, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes and green chiles, cheddar cheese, eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream. Ready in 30 minutes. Can make ahead and refrigerate or freeze for later. Taco Tuesday never tasted so good.

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Easy Low Carb Taco Casserole

This Keto Taco Casserole is a flavor explosion that’s bound to make your taste buds dance with delight! The combination of seasoned ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and the kick of diced tomatoes and green chiles creates a hearty and satisfying base. And then, when you add a generous layer of gooey cheddar cheese on top, it’s like a cheesy dream come true. But the magic truly happens when you pour that creamy mixture of eggs, milk, and sour cream over the beef. As it bakes, all those incredible flavors meld together, resulting in a rich, savory, and slightly spicy casserole that’s as comforting as it is low-carb.

This dish proves that eating keto can be a delicious adventure, and every bite is a reminder that healthy eating can be incredibly scrumptious! Top the casserole with your favorite taco toppings – salsa, lettuce, tomatoes, avocados, and guacamole. You will never miss the tortillas!

How to Make Keto Taco Casserole

This casserole is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease. Add a packet of taco seasoning and a can of diced tomatoes and diced green chilies. Simmer for a few minutes. Transfer ground beef mixture to a baking dish. Top the taco meat with some shredded cheese. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream. Pour the egg mixture over the taco meat. Bake in a preheated oven until set. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• Can substitute ground turkey, ground chicken, ground pork, or chorizo.
• Variations/Additions:
  • fresh onion 
  • bell peppers
  • black olives
  • red pepper flakes
    • I suggest adding the onion and peppers to the skillet when cooking the ground beef.
• I used shredded cheddar cheese. Feel free to swap it for any cheese you prefer – colby jack, white cheddar, Monterey jack or a Mexican cheese blend are all delicious.
• Here is our recipe for Homemade Taco Seasoning made with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-taco-seasoning/
• Can I make Keto Taco Casserole ahead of time? Yes. This is a great meal prep recipe. Assemble the casserole and cover the baking dish with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  • Bring the dish to room temperature and bake as directed.
• Can I freeze Taco Casserole? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool to room temperature. Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
  • When ready to bake, thaw and bake as directed.
• Is Taco Casserole gluten-free? Yes! All of the ingredients in the casserole are gluten-free.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat in the microwave.

What to Serve with Taco Casserole

Pairing this dish with the right accompaniments can take your meal to the next level. Consider serving it with a vibrant side salad bursting topped with a zesty homemade ranch dressing. The cool and crisp salad offers a delightful contrast to the warm and savory casserole. A side of Mexican cauliflower rice or Rotel Green Beans will add a satisfying veggie crunch to the plate. Don’t forget the keto tortilla chips and Homemade Salsa for a fiesta the whole family will enjoy!

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Keto Taco Casserole

Author: Plain Chicken

Yield: 4 people

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Easy Keto Taco Casserole Recipe – low on carbs but high on taste! SO good! Everyone cleaned their plate and asked for seconds!! Ground beef, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes and green chiles, cheddar cheese, eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream. Ready in 30 minutes. Can make ahead and refrigerate or freeze for later. Taco Tuesday never tasted so good.

Equipment:

• Mixing Bowls
• 12-inch Non-Stick Skillet
• Meat Masher Tool
• 11×7-inch Baking Dish
• 9-inch Square Baking Dish

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (1-oz) package taco seasoning
• ⅓ cup water
• 1 (10-oz) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 large eggs
• ½ cup milk or heavy cream
• ½ cup sour cream

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray an 8×8-inch or 11×7-inch pan with cooking spray.
• Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain fat. Add taco seasoning, water, and diced tomatoes and green chiles. Simmer for 5 minutes.
• Spread taco meat in the bottom of the prepared pan. Top with shredded cheese.
• Whisk together eggs, milk/heavy cream, and sour cream. Pour on top of the beef mixture.
• Bake, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes.

Notes:

• Can substitute ground beef, ground chicken, ground pork, or chorizo.
• Variations/Additions:
  • fresh onion 
  • bell peppers
  • black olives
  • red pepper flakes
    • I suggest adding the onion and peppers to the skillet when cooking the ground beef.
• I used shredded cheddar cheese. Feel free to swap it for any cheese you prefer – colby jack, white cheddar, Monterey jack or a Mexican cheese blend are all delicious.
• Here is our recipe for Homemade Taco Seasoning made with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-taco-seasoning/
• Can I make Keto Taco Casserole ahead of time? Yes. This is a great meal prep recipe. Assemble the casserole and cover the baking dish with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
  • Bring the dish to room temperature and bake as directed.
• Can I freeze Taco Casserole? Yes! Assemble the casserole and cool to room temperature. Cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
  • When ready to bake, thaw and bake as directed.
• Is Taco Casserole gluten-free? Yes! All of the ingredients in the casserole are gluten-free.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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