Zesty Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole (Low-Carb & Easy Prep!)

Zesty Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole (Low-Carb & Easy Prep!)

Spice up your morning with this vibrant Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole! It’s packed with savory sausage, zesty diced tomatoes and green chilies, fluffy eggs, and plenty of melted cheese, all baked to perfection. A delicious and easy make-ahead meal for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick weeknight dinner!

Yields: 6-8 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground breakfast sausage (check label for no added sugar/fillers)
• 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning (check label for no added sugar/starch)
• 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel-style, check for no added sugar), undrained
• 7 large eggs
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend), divided
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Non-stick cooking spray
• Optional keto-friendly toppings: Sour cream, low-carb salsa, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro.

Equipment:

• Large skillet (for browning sausage)
• 9×13 inch baking dish
• Whisk
• Large spoon or spatula

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven & Prep Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Brown Sausage & Season: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Once fully cooked, drain any excess grease thoroughly.
   • Return the drained sausage to the skillet. Stir in the taco seasoning packet until well combined. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, to allow the seasoning to bloom.
3. Layer Sausage & Tomatoes: Transfer the seasoned ground sausage to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly over the bottom.
   • Pour the undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies evenly over the sausage layer.
4. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy whipping creamuntil well combined and slightly frothy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Assemble & Bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the Rotel layer in the casserole dish.
   • Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheese over the top of the egg mixture.
   • Bake for 35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is golden brown and bubbly. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
6. Top & Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven. If desired, sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheeseover the hot casserole for an extra melty layer (the residual heat will melt it).
   • Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Top with sour cream, low-carb salsa, or sliced avocado if desired.

Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification

This Mexican Breakfast Casserole recipe is an excellent, flavorful, and highly compliant option for your app!

• High Protein: Yes, this recipe is very high in protein. Ground sausage, eggs, and cheese are all excellent protein sources.
• Low-Carb: Yes, this recipe is low-carb. All ingredients are naturally low in carbohydrates.
• Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly. All listed ingredients are suitable for a ketogenic diet.
  • Ground Breakfast Sausage & Taco Seasoning: Remind users to check labels for hidden sugars or fillers, as some brands may contain them.
  • Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (Rotel): Generally low-carb, but good to check labels for added sugar just in case.
• Gluten-Free: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, assuming your sausage and taco seasoning are certified gluten-free.