These Mini Pizza Casseroles are a fun and easy way to enjoy pizza without the carbs. Each mini casserole is made with a low-carb base, topped with seasoned ground beef, pepperoni, cheese, and vegetables, making them a perfect single-serve meal!
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 4 mini casseroles
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
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Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients List
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey, chicken, or sausage)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
- 1 cup sugar-free pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cooking spray (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until browned and fully cooked.
- Drain any excess fat and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare the Mini Casserole Dishes:
- Spray 4 small oven-safe dishes (or ramekins) with cooking spray to prevent sticking. You can also use aluminum foil trays for individual portions.
- Assemble the Mini Pizzas:
- Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of pizza sauce into the bottom of each mini casserole dish.
- Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef between the dishes, followed by a layer of diced bell pepper, sliced olives, and pepperoni slices.
- Spoon a little more pizza sauce on top of each mini casserole, and then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake the Mini Pizzas:
- Place the casseroles in the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and slightly golden.
- Serve:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the mini pizza casseroles to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Additional Notes
- Crust Option: If you prefer a crust-like base, you can use almond flour pizza crust or cauliflower rice as a base before adding the toppings.
- Toppings: Feel free to add more pizza toppings like mushrooms, spinach, or mozzarella sticks for a fun twist.
- Keto-Friendly: This recipe is naturally low-carb, but be mindful of the pizza sauce you use—ensure it’s sugar-free.
