High-Protein Deep-Dish Meatza Casserole

ByHannah Peterson

This cheesy, meaty casserole — a hearty deep-dish style bake with seasoned ground beef, savory sauce, and a golden blanket of melted cheese. It’s an easy, family-friendly low-carb alternative to pizza.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Golden bubbly cheese and hearty meat base exactly like your photo
  • Extremely high protein and filling
  • One-pan meal that’s great for meal prep
  • All the pizza flavors without the carbs
  • Keto and diabetic-friendly

Ingredients (Makes 2 round casseroles or 1 large 9×13)

  • 2 lbs (900g) ground beef (or mix with sausage)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240ml) low-sugar marinara or pizza sauce
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 3–4 cups (300–400g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Optional: pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, or your favorite low-carb toppings

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef with onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Divide mixture between two foil pans or spread in a large baking dish.
  5. Top generously with shredded mozzarella (and any extra toppings).
  6. Bake 15–20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Broil for the last 2 minutes if desired for extra browning.
  7. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes Bake Time: 15–20 minutes Total Time: 25–30 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving, 1/8 of total)

  • Calories: ~320
  • Protein: 32g (very high)
  • Total Carbs: 5g
  • Net Carbs: 4g
  • Fat: 20g

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