Keto Meatball Parmesan Casserole
A delicious low-carb casserole featuring flavorful meatballs, savory marinara sauce, and gooey cheese, perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup crushed pork rinds or almond flour Use almond flour for a nut-free option.
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Casserole
- 2 cups sugar-free marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese For topping.
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley Optional, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground meat, crushed pork rinds or almond flour, egg, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined—do not overmix.
- Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake the meatballs for 15–20 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Add the baked meatballs in a single layer over the sauce.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and sprinkle with additional parmesan.
- Bake for another 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optionally, broil for 2–3 minutes to brown the top.
Serving
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, microwave individual portions or place the casserole in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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