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Cheesy Low-Carb Taco Bake

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A delicious and easy low-carb casserole packed with cheesy goodness and bold taco flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Olive Oil

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

Ground Beef

  • 1 pound Ground Beef

Onion (finely chopped)

  • 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)

Garlic (minced)

  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)

Taco Seasoning

  • 1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning

Salt

  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Black Pepper

  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Canned Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies

  • 1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (drained)

Cream Cheese (cubed and softened)

  • 4 oz Cream Cheese (cubed and softened)

Sour Cream

  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream

Shredded Cheddar Cheese

  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

Chopped Green Onions/Cilantro

  • to taste Chopped Green Onions/Cilantro

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  • Cook beef with onion and garlic until browned, then stir in taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Add tomatoes, cream cheese, and sour cream; stir until creamy.
  • Spread mixture in dish, top with cheeses, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Cool slightly, garnish with green onions or cilantro, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime or a dash of hot sauce before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Cheese, Low Carb, Taco