Description
This Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is a hearty, savory dish perfect for a comforting meal. It combines crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese sauce, and flavorful pickles, all baked to cheesy perfection. Ideal for low carb diet enthusiasts looking for a satisfying, easy-to-make casserole.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1/2 pound bacon, roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 6 dill pickle chips, sliced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons no sugar added ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Dairy and Eggs
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Bacon: Cook the bacon according to package instructions until crispy, then roughly chop and set aside for topping.
- Brown Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and season with seasoning salt, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chopped onion and garlic. Brown the meat by breaking it up and stirring until fully cooked.
- Drain and Return Meat: Drain any excess grease and return the meat to the skillet over medium-high heat to continue cooking.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: Add cream cheese, no sugar added ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Stir until everything is combined and heated through.
- Assemble Casserole Base: Remove skillet from heat and spread the meat mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Add Toppings: Evenly distribute the chopped bacon and sliced dill pickles over the meat layer.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy whipping cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Pour the egg and cheese mixture evenly over the meat, bacon, and pickle layers in the baking dish.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool Before Serving: Allow the casserole to cool for about 5 minutes before serving to let it set slightly.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of pickles based on your preference for tanginess.
- For a crispier bacon texture, cook bacon separately and add immediately before baking.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Substitute cheddar cheese with a sharp or smoked cheese for a different flavor profile.
- If you prefer spicier flavors, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes while seasoning the beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
