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Cheesy Keto Taco Casserole: Easy Low-Carb Dinner for Family Meals
Ayoub Bazzi

Cheesy Keto Taco Casserole

This Cheesy Keto Taco Casserole is a delicious, low-carb twist on a classic Mexican family favorite. It swaps carb-heavy tortillas for nutritious cauliflower rice and savory grass-fed ground beef, all bound together in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this high-protein meal is easy to prepare in a single skillet and provides a satisfying, blood-sugar-friendly dinner that stores well for leftovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired Keto
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs 85/15 ground beef
  • 3 tbsp sugar-free taco seasoning
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 16 oz cauliflower rice
  • 4 oz diced green chiles
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked.
  3. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Stir the taco seasoning into the cooked beef until well coated.
  5. Add the softened cream cheese and heavy cream to the skillet over low heat.
  6. Mix until the cream cheese melts into a smooth sauce.
  7. Fold in the cauliflower rice and diced green chiles until thoroughly combined.
  8. Transfer the mixture into a baking dish.
  9. Top evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.

Notes

Ensure your taco seasoning is free of cornstarch and added sugars to keep it keto-friendly. You can top the baked casserole with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or sour cream before serving for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.