Deliciously Cheesy Keto Meatball Casserole – No Pasta Needed!
This Keto Meatball Casserole is a simple yet flavorful dish made with ground beef, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, all baked together with a rich pasta sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you want something comforting but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ medium onion finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 cups pasta sauce low-carb or sugar-free recommended
- Fresh parsley chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Prepare The Meat Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, half of the shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, egg, chopped onion, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly with your hands.
- Tip: Don’t overmix the meat mixture—it can make the meatballs tough. Mix just until the ingredients come together.
- Form The Meatballs: Scoop out portions of the meat mixture using a cookie scoop or your hands, then roll them into evenly sized balls. Place the meatballs in the prepared baking dish, leaving a little space between each one.
- Add Sauce & Cheese: Pour the pasta sauce evenly over the meatballs, covering them completely. Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese on top for that gooey, melty finish.
- Bake Until Bubbly: Pop the casserole dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish & Serve: Once done, let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy!