This easy pizza casserole has all the delicious flavors of your favorite pizza, but with far fewer carbs. Of course, it is low-carb and gluten-free because it lacks the crust. It’s definitely great for those hardcore pizza cravings!

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Like many people, I won’t ever refuse a pizza. An array of spicy meats, tangy tomato and ooey gooey melted cheese come together so perfectly. And the best part is that you can add as many toppings and flavors as you want.

The recipe that I use for my keto pizza is a go to because it manages to stand out even with the numerous toppings I apply it, but it takes some effort from you, as making the crust requires quite a while and is annoying for quick meals.

That’s when this Keto Pizza Casserole hit the jackpot as the perfect solution. It is time-saving and quite easy while tasting and filling the same way as pizza.

I remember the very first time I created a pizza with no crust, it was a bit shocking to see how much I liked it. Absolutely none of the flavor was lacking – this was still loaded with all my favorite toppings, only without the base and my blood sugar levels were unaffected.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

There are those who say that “pizza without crust” sounds rather strange, but in the keto sphere we simply modify recipes to suit our needs. The good thing is that all other parts – cheese, sauce and toppings are still here so it makes perfect sense to have it.

This casserole is very easy to prepare and serving size can be customized as necessary. Prepare one big family casserole or prepare casserole servings for individuals.

This time I decided to blend in some shredded zucchini into the dough so that I could up the nutrition and also make it a bit lighter than the original. The recipe from before was delicious but a too much for small portions. Zucchini helps support bulk while keeping it healthy!

Ingredients

Ground meat: Spicy Italian sausage minced saw meat was what I opted for but there is room for mild sausage, beef or even turkey.

Shredded zucchini: This adds nutrients and heartiness to the dough. Swap it for cauliflower rice. Don’t forget to squeeze out the excess water in the zucchini.

Marinara sauce: Look for a sauce that contains 5-6g carbs only for half a cup. A plain tomato puree with garlic powder and salt can also work.

Shredded mozzarella: You can buy this shredded or you can do this at home.

Toppings: Pepperoni, Top up with mushrooms, green peppers or any options of your liking.

How to Make Keto Pizza Casserole

1. Prep the zucchini:

Salt the shredded zucchini and let it sit for half an hour. Then squeeze the moisture out and place the zucchini in a different bowl.

2.Cook the sausage:

Place a skillet on medium flame and proceed to prepare the sausage by breaking it into small pieces. This process should take approximately 8 minutes. Remove the sausage using a slotted spoon and put it in the bowl that contains the zucchini.

3.Preparation of the Casserole:

Combine sausage and zucchini and stir them together. Pour this mixture into a small casserole or 2 8-ounce ramekins.

4.Top the Casserole:

Pour marinara sauce on the base followed by cheese and put your favorite toppings onto the cheese layer. Sprinkle some cheese on the top to keep everything intact.

5.Cooking Instructions:

The casserole can be air-fried at 350°F for 8-12 minutes, or alternatively, it can be baked in the oven at 375°F for around 10-15 minutes.

Best Practice Suggestions

Ground meat is usually sold in one-pound packs. If there is excess meat, you can freeze it after dividing it into three parts, or alternatively, you can cook all of it and refrigerate half. Precooking provides a good advantage because this recipe can then be prepared quite quickly.
To accommodate six people, expand the portion size by one more pound of ground meat and bake it in a wide two quart casserole dish.
When cooked in those little ramekins, this recipe makes a nice lunch to bring to work!

Cooking Methods

Air Fryer:

As every air fryer is unique, I own an Instant Pot Vortex Air Fryer, and so the cooking time will be slightly altered depending on the model. Make use of heat-safe bowls that fit inside your air fryer, for instance, ceramic ramekins.

Oven:

You can bake this in a normal oven or a countertop convection oven. For an ordinary oven, one should set the temperature to 375°F. For a convection oven, 350°F is enough. Bake until the cheese is soft and lightly brown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Peppino’s crustless pizza has?

As the name suggests, this dish does not have the crust, but all the bad things are still there – Italian sausage, zucchini, cheese, peppers and pepperoni.

How many carbs does a keto pizza casserole contain?

In 6.3 g of carbohydrates, 1.1 g of fibre is 5.2 g – net carbs after the fiber content is taken out.

Is freezing Keto Pizza Casserole possible?

Yes! Put away the consumed part in the refrigerator for 5 days or freeze them for many months. Let it thaw completely before heating it in the oven or microwave.