Today I’m sharing a recipe for keto meat pizza that will change the way you think about pizza on a low-carb diet. This isn’t your regular pizza with a traditional crust.
Instead, the base is made entirely from seasoned ground meat mixed with cheese. It bakes into a firm, flavorful crust that you can top with more cheese and pepperoni just like a regular pizza. The result is a dish that satisfies your pizza cravings while keeping you in ketosis.
The flavor of this meat pizza is really satisfying. The combination of ground beef and pork gives it a rich, hearty taste that pairs perfectly with the Italian seasonings.
The cheese mixed into the meat base melts as it bakes, keeping everything moist and adding extra flavor. Then you top it with even more cheese after baking, so you get that classic pizza cheese pull.
If you add pepperoni on top, it tastes even more like the pizza you remember, just without all the carbs from a regular crust.
This recipe is also very filling and packed with protein. A single serving will keep you satisfied for hours because of all the meat and fat content. It’s perfect for lunch or dinner, and it reheats well too if you want to make it ahead of time.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Very Filling and Satisfying: Because this pizza is made entirely from meat and cheese, it’s incredibly filling. You don’t need to eat as much to feel satisfied compared to regular pizza with a flour-based crust.
Packed with Protein: Each serving of this meat pizza is loaded with protein because the entire base is made from meat.
You’re getting protein from the ground beef, the ground pork, and even from the cheese. This makes it an incredibly filling meal that will keep you satisfied for hours.
Stays Together When You Cut It: This meat pizza actually holds together really well thanks to the cheese and xanthan gum mixed into the base. You can cut it into squares or slices and eat them without everything crumbling apart.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 1/2 pound Ground Beef
- 1 pound Ground Pork
- 1/2 cup Colby Jack Cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack Cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum (I only use this xanthan gum – Amazon link)
- 3/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Blend
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Onion Powder
- For Topping: 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) + 1/4 cup Mozzarella Cheese (grated)
👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Start by preheating the oven to 350°F and lining a 9×13-inch casserole dish with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine these ingredients: ground pork, ground beef, pepper, salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, xanthan gum, and Colby Jack and Monterey Jack cheeses. Mix until well combined.
Step 3
Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish.
Step 4
Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until the meat is fully cooked.
Step 5
Remove from the oven and drain the excess oil. Top with 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese and mozzarella, as well as pepperoni, and bake for 5 more minutes.
💡Tips
1. Spread It Evenly in the Pan
When you spread the meat mixture in the casserole dish, take your time to make sure it’s even thickness all the way across.
If some parts are thicker than others, those thick spots will take longer to cook and might still be raw when the thinner parts are already done.
Use your hands or the back of a large spoon to press the meat down firmly and spread it into all the corners of the dish. You want it to be flat and smooth on top, with no bumps or low spots.
2. Watch the Baking Time Carefully
The recipe says 20-25 minutes for the initial baking, but your actual time might vary depending on your oven and how thick you spread the meat. Start checking at 20 minutes to see how it’s doing.
The meat should be completely browned on top with no pink spots, and when you press on it gently with a spatula, it should feel firm, not squishy. If you see any areas that still look pink or raw, give it another 5 minutes and check again.
It’s important that the meat is fully cooked before you add the cheese topping, because you’re only giving it 5 more minutes after that, which isn’t enough time to finish cooking raw meat.
3. Drain the Oil Well
After the meat finishes its first baking time, there will be quite a bit of oil and liquid in the bottom of the pan.
You need to drain this off before adding the cheese topping, or your pizza will be swimming in grease.
The easiest way to do this is to carefully tilt the pan to one side and let the oil pool in a corner, then use a spoon to scoop it out into a bowl or measuring cup.
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FAQ
What can I use instead of xanthan gum?
Xanthan gum is really important in this recipe because it acts as a binder that holds the meat and cheese together. Without it, the pizza might fall apart when you try to cut and serve it.
If you don’t have xanthan gum and can’t get it, you could try using an egg instead.
Keto Meat Pizza
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1/2 pound Ground Beef
- 1 pound Ground Pork
- 1/2 cup Colby Jack Cheese grated
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack Cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum (I only use this xanthan gum – Amazon link)
- 3/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Blend
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Onion Powder
- For Topping: 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated + 1/4 cup Mozzarella Cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 350°F and lining a 9×13-inch casserole dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine these ingredients: ground pork, ground beef, pepper, salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, xanthan gum, and Colby Jack and Monterey Jack cheeses. Mix until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until the meat is fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven and drain the excess oil. Top with 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese and mozzarella, as well as pepperoni, and bake for 5 more minutes.
Delicious!