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Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

Published: Aug 3, 2019 · Modified: Jan 12, 2021 by Kay Johnson · 39 Comments

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Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is the perfect comfort dish. You won’t even miss the hamburger bun after trying this amazing recipe! This cheesy low carb casserole is full of cheese, ground beef, and bacon. It is definitely a meat lover’s dream!

low carb bacon cheeseburger casserole

While you can’t eat cheeseburgers with a traditional bun on the keto diet, this delicious low carb bacon cheeseburger casserole is sure to curb your cravings.

There is something so satisfying about a good bacon cheeseburger. Layers of meat, cheese, and bacon topped with ketchup – seriously, it’s just an amazing combination! Even my husband who is not on a low carb diet loves this cheesy low carb bacon cheeseburger casserole.

low carb bacon cheeseburger casserole

Making Low Carb Cheeseburger Casserole Ahead of Time

One of my favorite things about making casseroles is that they are a great make-ahead meal. You can make this recipe ahead of time, and store it in your freezer.

Simply take it out of the freezer a day ahead for meal prep. Once thawed, this keto casserole may be stored in the fridge for 3 – 4 days.

bacon cheeseburger casserole

While I made this recipe based on what I prefer on my own cheeseburger, feel free to add or remove ingredients as you like as long as they are keto-friendly of course!

What Goes into the Casserole

The main ingredients are seasoned ground beef, chopped bacon, onions, cheese, and pickles. However, feel free to add any of your favorite keto-friendly toppings as well! Mushrooms would be another great addition to this recipe.

Keto bacon cheeseburger casserole can also be served with a side of reduced sugar ketchup and yellow mustard.

low carb bacon cheeseburger casserole

How to Make Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

Hint: For a list of step by step instructions, scroll down for the recipe card.

Start off by cooking the bacon. Then season and brown the ground beef with chopped onions and garlic. Drain the ground beef, and return to the pan.

ground beef and onions in skillet

Add the cream cheese, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce to skillet with the ground beef and mix together.

Once everything is heated through, spread the ground beef mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish. 

Top the ground beef mixture with the chopped bacon and pickles.

In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, heavy cream, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Mix it together and pour evenly over the ground beef and bacon.

Evenly top the casserole with the remaining cup of shredded cheese.

bacon cheeseburger casserole

Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

Allow cooling 5 minutes before serving.

  

low carb bacon cheeseburger casserole

Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole

Yield: 10 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This cheesy low carb casserole is full of cheese, ground beef, and bacon. It is definitely a meat lovers dream!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound bacon, roughly chopped
  • 1 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons "no sugar added" ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 6 dill pickle chips, sliced (You can use more or less, depending on your preference.)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Cook the bacon according to the package instructions.
  3. Once the bacon is finished cooking, roughly chop and set aside.
  4. Add the ground beef to a skillet over medium heat and season it evenly with the seasoning salt, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Add the chopped onion and chopped garlic
  5. Begin to brown the meat by breaking it up and crumbling it as you cook.
  6. Once the meat is browned all the way through, drain the meat and return it to the skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Add the cream cheese, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet with the ground beef. Mix everything until combined and heated through.
  8. Remove the ground beef mixture from the heat, and spread evenly into a 9x13 greased baking dish.
  9. Top the meat evenly with the chopped bacon, and the chopped pickles.
  10. In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, heavy cream, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Mix together, and then pour evenly over the beef and bacon.
  11. Evenly top the casserole with the remaining cup of shredded cheese.
  12. Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  13. Allow to cool for about 5 minutes prior to serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 336Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 722mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 23g
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Comments

  1. Lisa

    November 24, 2019 at 4:05 pm

    What kind of shredded cheese is used?

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      December 1, 2019 at 6:37 pm

      Hi Lisa, I used cheddar for this recipe.

      Reply
    • Salvatore Alioto

      December 18, 2019 at 2:06 am

      I used a mix chedder and monterrey. The only negitive was; I should’ve used more ground beef. 1lb was not enough. Next time i will use 2lbs or more

      Reply
    • Amanda Cherrington

      July 30, 2020 at 12:49 am

      Just made this tonight! I tripled the recipe because we have a large family and I bought a family sized package of hamburger. I will definitely be making this again! Thank you for sharing. We paired it with homemade coleslaw.

      Reply
      • Kay Johnson

        August 9, 2020 at 12:45 pm

        Thank you, I’m so happy that you all enjoyed it! The coleslaw sounds like a good idea!

        Reply
  2. Kelly

    December 22, 2019 at 12:20 am

    What temp are you supposed to bake it at?

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      December 29, 2019 at 9:23 pm

      350 degrees

      Reply
  3. Sara Max

    January 9, 2020 at 9:00 am

    I used jalapenos instead of pickles and it was delicious! Thank you for the recipe. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      January 21, 2020 at 5:00 pm

      That sounds delicious! I’m glad that you enjoyed it. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Mary

    February 2, 2020 at 3:31 am

    Can I skip the eggs? My kids are allergic.

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      February 10, 2020 at 1:42 am

      Yes, you can skip the eggs. The eggs act more as a binder but it would be find without them.

      Reply
  5. Heather

    February 4, 2020 at 11:10 am

    I used 2 pounds burger instead and it was perfect.

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      February 10, 2020 at 1:43 am

      I’m glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  6. Deb Int Veldt

    February 8, 2020 at 11:00 pm

    Looking forward to trying this. I think I will top it with shredded lettuce and chopped tomato.

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      February 10, 2020 at 1:44 am

      That sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Jenn

        September 16, 2020 at 1:56 am

        We absolutely love this recipe!!! Yummm!

        Reply
  7. Diane

    February 17, 2020 at 11:54 pm

    What temperature do you est oven to bake it ?

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      February 26, 2020 at 11:18 am

      350 degrees

      Reply
  8. JenniferMorehead

    February 19, 2020 at 12:55 am

    This is definitely a staple! It was DELICIOUS!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      February 26, 2020 at 11:11 am

      Thank you! It’s one of my favorites as well!

      Reply
  9. Micha Freidank

    February 28, 2020 at 3:00 pm

    This was so delicious! My whole family loved it and it was very simple to make! I have a 4 year old and 2 year old and they saw melted cheese and were not shy (haha). Will def add this to our rotation of foods!

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      May 12, 2020 at 1:26 pm

      I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed it! Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Dorine

    March 6, 2020 at 2:18 am

    I made this and baked it in my cast iron skillet. I used Munster and Cheddar cheese.

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      March 14, 2020 at 10:11 pm

      Sounds delicious!

      Reply
  11. Krystal

    April 22, 2020 at 11:12 pm

    Do you have to use ketchup?

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      April 23, 2020 at 1:44 am

      I’m sure that it will turn out fine without ketchup.

      Reply
  12. Jenn

    June 4, 2020 at 12:25 am

    This was delicious. Tasted just like a cheeseburger with ketchup! My family loved it!!! I did do 2 lbs ground beef and no pickles. Soooo good!!!! Thanks for sharing with us!

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      June 9, 2020 at 11:10 am

      So happy to hear that you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  13. Debbie

    August 23, 2020 at 7:25 pm

    I don’t have heavy whipping cream. Do I need it or can I substitute it with a little but of milk??

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      September 5, 2020 at 12:14 pm

      I think you would be fine to just leave it out.

      Reply
  14. Josie

    September 5, 2020 at 1:24 am

    Made this for the first time tonight and the family loved it! They didn’t know it was even Keto! Next time I think i will add some mor veggies onions, lettuce , and tomato! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      September 5, 2020 at 12:10 pm

      That is great to hear! My family loves this recipe as well. I’m so happy to hear that you all enjoyed it!

      Reply
  15. Bill

    September 6, 2020 at 10:47 pm

    Recipe is great, the family loved it. Added some burger grilling season as well and extra pickles. Added mustard to my piece was great, thanks for posting recipe.

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      October 6, 2020 at 12:30 am

      Thank you! I’m glad to hear that you all enjoyed it!

      Reply
  16. Brandy

    September 21, 2020 at 11:13 pm

    I had 2lbs ground meat and last time I made we thought it needed a little more to bind. I added extra egg and little more cream. Do you think that will hurt anything?

    Reply
  17. GB

    November 2, 2020 at 12:13 am

    Thank you for sharing, my family and I loved this dish. We only eat ground Turkey and it was so yummy and I added more pickles and green onions and extra turkey bacon. Delicious! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Kay Johnson

      November 2, 2020 at 11:00 pm

      Ground turkey sounds like a great idea with this one! I’m so happy to hear that you all enjoyed it. Thank you!

      Reply
  18. Kim

    December 5, 2020 at 10:42 pm

    Delicious!! Held the ketchup and pickles and turned out yummy. I added mustard to my serving and my daughter added ketchup to hers. Soooo good! Made homemade chips In The air fryer for the kids!

    Reply
  19. JayLo

    December 13, 2020 at 8:47 pm

    I’m going to make it according to your recipe. Then I want to try making it as “BBQ bacon cheeseburger” instead of ketchup. Yum!

    Reply

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