Jalapeño Popper Casserole

This low-carb, keto-friendly bake captures all the flavors of a jalapeño popper—creamy, cheesy, and spicy—combined with hearty ground beef for a filling meal.

Jalapeño Popper Casserole

Ingredients:

How To Make Jalapeño Popper Casserole:

Step 1: Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

Step 2: Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, cook the 1 lb of ground beef over medium heat until it is fully browned. Drain off any excess fat from the pan.

Step 3: Create the Cream Base: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the 8 oz of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.

Step 4: Add Flavor and Cheese: Stir the 4 oz of diced jalapeños, 1/2 cup of the cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese into the cream cheese mixture.

Step 5: Mix and Assemble: Add the cooked ground beef into the bowl and stir until it is thoroughly combined with the creamy cheese sauce. Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking dish and spread it out in an even layer.

Step 6: Top and Bake: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar and 1/2 cup of mozzarella over the top of the casserole. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve: Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes after removing it from the oven. Garnish with the 1/4 cup of chopped green onions and serve.