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keto taco casserole

Keto Taco Casserole Recipe

Make this keto taco casserole with or without the tortillas, it's up to you.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 6 serving
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8-10 keto corn tortillas homemade or store-bought
  • 1 lb ground beef at least 10% fat for a keto-friendly option
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 1/2 cup green pepper diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Homemade taco seasoning: chili powder garlic powder, cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes or you can use store bough one
  • 1/2 can green chiles about 2 oz
  • 1 cup full fat cooking cream
  • 2 cups cheese cheddar & Monterey Jack, shredded
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions for topping

Instructions
 

  • If you are going to prepare keto tortillas for this recipe, begin with that, just go to the recipe link mentioned in the ingredients list highlighted in green. 👆

And Here is How We Make the Rest of the Keto Taco Casserole:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add about 2 teaspoons of olive oil. This helps prevent the ground beef from sticking and ensures it cooks evenly.
  • Add the ground beef, diced onion, and diced green pepper to the skillet. Cook until the beef is browned and the vegetables are softened. It’s best to use ground beef with at least 15% fat for a keto diet, as it provides the necessary fat content to keep the dish satisfying and keto-friendly.
  • Once the beef is browned, add your taco seasoning and stir well to coat the beef evenly.
  • Add the green chiles and stir to combine. Cook for a few more minutes until the flavors meld together.
  • In a greased casserole dish, lay down a layer of keto corn tortillas from my recipe linked in the notes or store bought. You can cut them into strips or leave them whole, depending on your preference.
  • Spread half of the seasoned ground beef mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese on top.
  • Repeat the layers: tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese.
  • Pour the cream over each layer of cheese to ensure that the layers are soaked with mosture and don't end up dry.
  • Sprinkle chopped green onions for extra flavor and color.
  • Bake the casserole in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes covered with foil, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

Tip: You can prepare a big batch of keto tortillas beforehand and use them when you make this recipe, or you can cook them while preparing the rest of the casserole to save time. 
Here is the link to the recipe for my Keto Corn Tortillas

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 22gFat: 26g
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