Description
This Crock Pot Low Carb Pizza Casserole is a delicious and easy meal perfect for busy days. Combining ground beef, Italian sausage, pepperoni, fresh veggies, and a savory low-carb pizza sauce, it’s topped with melted mozzarella cheese for a comforting, cheesy finish. Slow-cooked to perfection in a crock pot, this casserole brings all the flavors of pizza in a convenient, low-carb dish that serves six.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
Vegetables
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onions
Dairy
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Other
- 1 jar low carb pizza sauce (approximately 16 oz)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the meats: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until fully browned, breaking apart the meat with a spatula as it cooks for even browning.
- Drain fat and transfer: Carefully drain any excess fat from the skillet, then transfer the browned meat mixture into the crock pot.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add the pepperoni slices, diced bell peppers, diced onions, low-carb pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper to taste into the crock pot with the meat.
- Mix ingredients: Stir everything together thoroughly to ensure all components are evenly combined for balanced flavors.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the mixture in the crock pot.
- Cook low and slow: Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours, allowing the ingredients to meld and the cheese to melt perfectly.
- Serve: Once cooked, serve the casserole hot and enjoy a hearty, comforting low-carb pizza-inspired meal.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables by adding mushrooms or olives if desired.
- For a spicier version, include some crushed red pepper flakes or use spicy Italian sausage.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
- If you prefer, use turkey sausage for a leaner option.
