Easy Keto Hamburger Casserole Recipe

Is it just us, or does it seem like every hamburger casserole is loaded with carbs? Well, that isn’t the case with our Keto Hamburger Casserole!

With just 6 carbohydrates per serving, this easy hamburger casserole recipe is one of the best low carb ground beef recipes for dinner. And it’s ready in under an hour with only 15 minutes of prep!

Plus, it is loaded with flavor from seasoned ground beef, grated cheddar, and green beans. And did we mention it’s gluten-free? We guarantee you are going to love this recipe!

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• Best Keto Casserole Recipe
• Low Carb Hamburger Casserole Ingredients
• Is this keto casserole recipe gluten-free?
• How to Make Hamburger Casserole
• The Perfect Make-Ahead Recipe
• Can keto cheeseburger casserole be doubled?
• Can cheeseburger casserole be frozen?
• What to Serve with Hamburger Casserole
• What to Make with Hamburger Meat
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Best Keto Casserole Recipe

Hands down, this is the best keto casserole recipe you are ever going to try! Our hamburger casserole recipe is low-carb and gluten-free, without skimping on any flavor.

In fact, you will find this easy beef casserole is even tastier than more carb-heavy alternatives! It’s the simple seasoning and perfect combination of flavors that makes it so delicious.

The best part is, you probably already have most of the ingredients you need to make it. Yes, it’s that easy!

A Perfect Family-Friendly Recipe

We know the struggle with getting kids to eat anything that could be considered “healthy”. And vegetables? Forget about it! But that’s where this keto cheeseburger casserole comes in.

This easy keto recipe is family-friendly, too!

What makes this gluten-free, easy cheeseburger casserole keto recipe one of a kind is that everyone in your family will want more of it. Even kids and picky eaters love it!

It’s the perfect way to hide veggies in a wholesome, low carb dinner the whole family will enjoy.

The entire family will want to dig into this deliciously cheesy hamburger casserole. It’s a keeper you’re going to want to make again and again. Trust us, you’re going to get asked for seconds!

Low Carb Hamburger Casserole Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds lean ground beef – see tips below
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for the pan)
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste, sugar-free – see tips below
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cups cheddar, grated
• 3 cups green beans, canned or frozen – see tips below

Best Beef Recipes Tips

• Mix with ground pork: You can use ground pork in addition to beef for even more flavor. Use a mixture of 1 pound ground beef and 5 ounces ground pork if you would like to use pork.
• Sugar-free tomato paste: Make sure your tomato paste is sugar-free. You can substitute it with sugar-free ketchup.
• Using frozen green beans: If using frozen green beans, you do not need to thaw them. They will cook completely when baking the casserole.
• Other veggies to use: Not a fan of green beans? You can still make this easy keto hamburger recipe! Try using cauliflower or broccoli instead. Broccoli is one of our personal favorites!

Is this keto casserole recipe gluten-free?

Yes! The only ingredients you should watch out for are the tomato paste and Dijon mustard.

Some brands of tomato paste and Dijon contain gluten, although these ingredients are naturally gluten-free.

Double-check the packaging to make sure you have gluten-free tomato paste and Dijon mustard, and you are good to go!

How to Make Hamburger Casserole

1. Grease an 8×8″ baking dish with olive oil and set aside. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Place 1.5 pounds ground beef, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Stir well until combined.
   
3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet. Add the ground beef mixture and cook for about 10 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks, until it browns completely.
   
4. Add the cooked ground beef mixture to your prepared baking dish in an even layer.
   
   Spread 3 cups canned or frozen green beans over the beef.
   
5. In a medium bowl, beat 3 eggs. Add 1/2 cup heavy cream and a pinch of salt. Evenly pour this mixture over the meat and green beans.
6. Spread 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar over the top of the beef and green bean mixture.
   
7. Bake for 20-30 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown. Serve, and enjoy!

And there you have it! How easy is that? A low carb hamburger casserole for less than 15 minutes of prep and less than an hour of baking time!

Keto hamburger casserole is perfect for long, busy days, without making any sacrifices on taste, It’s easy, wholesome, and deeply flavorful!

The Perfect Make-Ahead Recipe

Keto burger casserole is a perfect make-ahead dinner idea! Prepare everything in the baking dish, wrap in foil, and then save to bake later.

If you have a friend who’s about to have a baby, this is a perfect recipe to surprise them with. They can pop it right in the oven and be done with it! With 8 total servings, they’ll have plenty of leftovers to enjoy.

It’s perfect for potlucks and parties, too!

Can keto cheeseburger casserole be doubled?

Yes, absolutely! If doubling, use a rectangular 13×9″ baking dish and simply double the ingredients used.

Easy keto ground beef recipes like this one are perfect for parties. Since it’s a gluten-free recipe, too, everyone at a gathering can enjoy it! We guarantee it will be a hit.

Doubling the recipe is perfect for when you’d like to have just a few extra leftovers for the week, too. And trust us – this cheeseburger casserole recipe makes amazing leftovers.

Can cheeseburger casserole be frozen?

Yes, you can easily freeze this recipe! Prepare everything as instructed and layer in the baking dish. Then, either bake and then freeze, or freeze before baking.

If freezing before baking, add an additional 15 to 20 minutes to the baking time when you’re ready to cook it.

If you freeze it after baking, thaw it in the fridge overnight, and then heat it back up in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

What to Serve with Hamburger Casserole

Keto ground beef casserole pairs perfectly with roast vegetables. Cauliflower puree, cauliflower rice, or steamed broccoli are great options you will love. And course, a simple vegetable salad always works well!

What to Make with Hamburger Meat

Love hamburger dinner ideas as much as we do? We have just what you need! Try these easy ground beef recipes:

• Easy Ground Beef Chili Recipe
• Best Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe – ready in 30 minutes!
• Best Ever Air Fryer Meatballs
• Air Fryer Burger (Garlic Butter Burger)
• Slow Cooker Lasagna (Crockpot Lasagna)

Love low-carb recipes? Try these!

• Keto Beef and Broccoli in the Instant Pot: Classic Chinese takeout made keto-friendly and easy, all in your pressure cooker!
• Instant Pot Salisbury Steak with Keto Gravy: Yes, Salisbury Steak and Onion Gravy can be keto-friendly, too! We’ll show you how to make it in your Instant Pot.
• Portuguese Beef Lettuce Wraps: Portuguese-style lettuce wraps with tons of flavor are a perfect low carb dinner idea!
• Juicy Garlic Butter Steak Bites: These juicy garlic butter steak bites will fly to the top of your list of favorite keto steak recipes – trust us!
• Grilled Picanha Steak (Sirloin Cap Recipe): Try a new beef cut on the grill! Grilled Picanha Steak is a must for steak-lovers.

When it comes to keto hamburger meat recipes, this is the best of the best. It’s so easy to make and perfect for a family dinner!

After giving it a try, let us know what you think in the comments below and with a rating! We love to hear from you! And be sure to save the recipe on Pinterest.