Description
Keto jalapeno popper casserole delivers creamy, spicy comfort without carb guilt. Cheesy layers packed with zesty peppers promise a low-carb feast you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
- 8 ounces (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
Cheeses:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Other Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (4 oz) canned diced jalapenos, drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the ground beef by sautéing in a skillet over medium heat until thoroughly browned, ensuring to drain any residual fat for a cleaner, leaner texture.
- Create a velvety base by whisking softened cream cheese with mayonnaise, then incorporating garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until the mixture reaches a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Introduce diced jalapenos and divide the cheese allocation, mixing half of the cheddar and mozzarella into the cream cheese blend, which will infuse the dish with a spicy and creamy foundation.
- Fold the cooked ground beef into the seasoned mixture, ensuring each morsel is generously coated with the aromatic cream cheese sauce.
- Strategically transfer the combined ingredients into a pre-greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading the mixture evenly to guarantee consistent cooking and flavor distribution.
- Elegantly crown the casserole with the remaining cheese, creating a golden, melty topping that will develop a tantalizing crisp during baking.
- Slide the casserole into a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven, allowing it to bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese transforms into a bubbling, bronzed layer.
- After removing from the oven, permit a brief resting period to help the casserole set, then garnish with freshly chopped green onions for a vibrant, zesty finish.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeno heat by removing seeds for milder flavor or keeping them for extra spiciness.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- Create dairy-free version by using coconut cream cheese and nutritional yeast instead of traditional cheeses.
- Enhance flavor by adding crispy bacon bits or using smoked paprika for deeper smokiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg