Make this keto green bean casserole with ground beef for dinner in less than an hour, including bake time. This low-carb version features hamburger meat, green beans, cream cheese, and shredded cheese baked in a casserole dish. It’s a budget-friendly dish that the whole family can enjoy together. The process is so easy!
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How to Make Keto Green Bean Hamburger Casserole
Gather less than ten ingredients and start on this delicious green bean casserole with ground beef! There are just fifteen minutes of prep time needed to mix ingredients together.
Ingredients
Ground beef – Here’s an essential ingredient to any ground beef green bean casserole. Mixing protein with the vegetable makes this a complete meal in its own right. Also, I suggest lean ground beef so you don’t render the fat into oily puddles while baking.
Bone broth – I love cooking with bone broth. When there’s an excuse to add it, I do. A splash of liquid helps keep the ingredients from drying out in the oven.
Cream cheese – Since there’s no canned soup in this recipe, we make green bean casserole with cream cheese instead. This substitution infuses each bite with a thick creamy sauce, replicating the irresistible mouth feel we all know and love.
Green beans – Using canned green beans significantly shortcuts the prep time. Remember to drain the beans; you don’t add the liquid to the casserole dish.
Seasoning – Garlic powder, salt and pepper are all you need to make this dish pop with flavor.
Shredded cheese – Combine cheddar and mozzarella in the perfect combination for flavor and meltability. Then spread it generously over the top for a cheesy finish.
Did you know traditional green bean casserole often includes soy sauce? Add 2 teaspoons of Keto Soy Sauce to the beef while browning if you like the tangy zip.
Finally, top the shredded cheese with (optional) ¼ cup crumbled bacon bits if you love a crunchy texture. They are better than French’s crispy fried onions!
Step-By-Step Directions
In essence, combine hamburger meat with green beans, cream cheese, and savory seasonings. Then, cover with shredded cheese and bake until done! Pretty easy, right?
Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Next, brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Once cooked, drain the grease by placing the meat on a paper towel lined plate. Let the paper absorb the extra fat for a few minutes.
Then, return the meat to the skillet. Add cream cheese and mix to combine well. Pour the bone broth into the pan, cover, and bring to a boil. Season with garlic powder, salt and pepper and reduce the heat to a simmer. Continue cooking uncovered for five more minutes at a simmer until the liquid reduces and thickens slightly.
Finally, transfer the beef to an oven-safe baking dish. Drain the canned green beans and spread in an even layer over the meat. Top with shredded cheese and bake for 25 minutes until the cheese melts completely. Serve warm.
Low Carb Green Bean Casserole FAQ
I understand you might have some questions, particularly if keto casserole recipes are new to you or you’re not familiar with keto meal prep. Let me answer some common queries and clarify the process for you.
This one sure is! There is no soup, milk, or fried onions that traditional green bean casserole usually has. All in all, it’s a simple gluten-free green bean casserole recipe with naturally low-carb ingredients. Per serving, my green bean casserole nutrition has just 2 g net carb compared to 9 grams of carbs per serving from a standard casserole recipe.
Making this casserole dish ahead of time is a great idea. It’s fine to freeze the whole thing for up to three months in an airtight freezer bag. Lay it flat until frozen. Then, if you like, store the casserole vertically and maximize the space.
Reheating casserole is very easy. After it’s thawed, place the casserole in an oven-safe dish. Then, warm it up in the oven at 350 degrees F for approximately 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the portion size.
What to serve with Keto Ground Beef Green Bean Casserole
You can serve this casserole as a savory side dish to another beef entree, but it’s even better as a dinner entree.
I usually add casserole to my Monday through Friday weekly meal prep, particularly during holiday seasons when it seems like every night is a busy weeknight.
Leftovers serve well for lunch the next day.
I’m even known to have some in the morning if there’s nothing else around. After all, hunger makes the best spice, and when it comes down to it, good food is good for any meal of the day.
When serving green bean ground beef casserole for dinner, you might want to pair it with a simple side salad tossed with vinaigrette, low carb mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice. A basket of keto biscuits is very complimentary too.
More Keto Casserole Recipes
- Cheesy Ground Beef and Broccoli Casserole
- Keto Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli Bake
- Keto Breakfast Casserole
- Cheesy Keto Casserole
- Keto Philly Cheesesteak Casserole with Hamburger
Ground Beef and Green Bean Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup bone broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 (14-ounce) can green beans drained
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F(175 °C).
- Brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Once cooked, drain the grease by placing the meat on a paper towel-lined plate. Let the paper absorb the extra fat for a few minutes.1 pound ground beef
- Return the meat to the skillet. Add cream cheese and mix well to combine. Pour the bone broth in the pan, cover, and bring to a boil.3 ounces cream cheese, ½ cup bone broth
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and reduce the heat to a simmer. Continue cooking uncovered for 5 minutes at a simmer, until the liquid reduces and thickens slightly.½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Transfer beef to an oven-safe baking dish. Drain the canned green beans and spread in an even layer over the meat. Top with shredded cheese and bake for 25 minutes until the cheese melts completely. Serve warm.2 (14-ounce) can green beans, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese
Notes
Nutrition & Macros
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I dislike canned green beans. Can I substitute frozen? Should I thaw first? What would be the measurement in ounces?
Hi Carolyn – sure, frozen would work though I’ve never tried it. I would thaw them and then make sure they are roughly the same measurement as the recipe states. Let us know how it goes 🙂
I don’t have bone broth, only low sodium beef broth. Will that work too, or no? If so, does it “reduce” or should i just put it in as is? Thanks so much, Im a beginner…
Hi Kristin, I think low-sodium beef broth will work also. You should be ok to make a substitution in an equal amount.
I had some bone broth that needed to be used and I came across this recipe. So easy and delicious. Will make again! My kids devoured it!
Nice work! I’m so glad to help you out with a family-friendly recipe. Gotta please those kids with good food.
My family loved this dish and didn’t complain about it being low in carbs.
That’s a huge win! I’m so happy you’re having success here. Thanks for sharing.
This casserole was pure comfort food and great for family dinner! It made for great leftovers as well!
Thanks for leaving a review! I hope others are inspired to try the casserole too.
This green bean hamburger casserole is one of my favorite potluck recipes! It is always delicious and satisfying. Plus, it is keto!
Great idea Sharina! I also like sharing this at potlucks. It’s top choice when green beans are in season at the farmer’s markets. What a treat!
Love this casserole with the green beans, the family loved it, and I loved the easy recipe. I make homemade chicken broth all the time used that.
Good call on the chicken broth – I like that! Thanks for leaving a review.
This was very good! Will make again. Thank you for the recipe
I’m thrilled! So happy to help you put a nice dinner on the table, Darla. Thanks for leaving a review and sharing your success with others.
This sounds delicious, and I can’t wait to try it!
Jessica, if you would, please, list both net and total carbs in your macro breakdown. That would be so helpful since some of us follow net and some of us follow total. Thank you for all the great work you and your team does!
Thank you for the suggestion PJ! I will start adding the net and total carbs in the post text. I’ll also see about getting it in the recipe card. That would be great!
Bone broth AND cream cheese AND ground beef?! These are three of my favorite foods all in one dish.
Right?! Pretty good combination isn’t it? Thanks for stopping by, I hope you enjoy the other recipes of mine too!