Craving the flavors of pizza while sticking to your keto diet? This Home Made KETO CROCKPOT PIZZA CASSEROLE is a game-changer. It’s a delicious, low-carb alternative to traditional pizza, and it’s incredibly easy to make in your slow cooker.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours (slow cooker)
Serves: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Keto
kcal: 350 per serving
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage
- 1 cup low-carb marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (choose a brand with no added sugar)
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (use red and green for added color)
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, brown the ground Italian sausage over medium-high heat until it’s fully cooked and crumbled. Drain any excess grease.
- In a separate bowl, mix the dried oregano and basil into the low-carb marinara sauce.
- In your slow cooker, layer the ingredients as follows: a third of the cooked sausage, a third of the sauce, a third of the shredded mozzarella cheese, a third of the pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Repeat this process until all the ingredients are used, creating layers of deliciousness.
- Season each layer with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for about 4 hours, or until the cheese is bubbly and the casserole is heated through.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, before serving.
Note:
Each serving of this Home Made KETO CROCKPOT PIZZA CASSEROLE contains approximately 350 calories and just 5 grams of net carbs, making it a fantastic choice for keto enthusiasts. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 26g
- Protein: 22g
- Total Carbs: 7g
- Net Carbs: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
For more mouthwatering keto recipes and personalized meal plans, explore Custom Keto Meal Plan and the 28-Day Keto Challenge.
Don’t miss out on your pizza fix while maintaining your keto lifestyle. Try this Home Made KETO CROCKPOT PIZZA CASSEROLE for a taste of cheesy, pizza goodness without the carbs!