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    Home » Recipes » Quick Dinners

    Published: Apr 8, 2020 · by: Jennifer Banz · This post may contain affiliate links

    Keto Hamburger Helper

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    This keto hamburger helper recipe with cauliflower is the perfect easy dinner the whole family will love.  A low carb ground beef recipe that is made in under 30 minutes!

    keto hamburger helper in a skillet

    Let's not beat around the bush...sometimes you just need hamburger helper in your life.  It is easy and we all grew up on it.  It was a favorite in my house!

    My favorite was the cheeseburger macaroni.  That was my inspiration for this keto hamburger helper recipe!

    Of course, the box stuff is not keto friendly with all of the pasta.  Luckily we have vegetables that fill in for the pasta!

    It is so easy...just like the box kind, uses only 8 ingredients, and is perfect as leftovers.

    Fresh or frozen cauliflower?

    This is really up to what you have on hand.  I love using already riced and frozen cauliflower because it is always in my freezer.  You could also use frozen cauliflower florets, fresh cauliflower florets, or fresh cauliflower rice.  It really is just a matter of preference.

    What other vegetables can I use?

    This recipe is very versatile and you can use any vegetable you have on hand...broccoli, cabbage, green beans, zucchini, etc.

    Can I use heavy cream instead of cream cheese?

    If you are running low on cream cheese you can definitely use ¼ cup of heavy cream instead.  The sauce may be a touch looser but the taste will be similar.

    cheese on top of seasoned ground beef in a red skillet

    Other keto ground beef recipes

    I love using ground beef for easy keto dinner meals.  They are usually very family friendly.  Be sure to check these out:

    • Ground beef stroganoff
    • Avocado and Beef Quesadillas
    • Keto meatball casserole
    • Keto Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
    keto hamburger helper in a skillet

    Keto Hamburger Helper

    This keto hamburger helper recipe with cauliflower is the perfect easy dinner the whole family will love.  A low carb ground beef recipe that is made in under 30 minutes!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 395
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound Ground Beef
    • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
    • Pepper to taste
    • ½ teaspoon Onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
    • 2 ounces Cream cheese
    • 12 ounces Frozen cauliflower rice
    • 16 ounces Tomato sauce
    • ½ Cup Beef broth
    • 2 Cups Shredded cheddar cheese
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    Equipment

    • Large Skillet

    Instructions

    • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the ground beef, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook and crumble until cooked through.
    • Turn down the heat to medium and add in the cream cheese. Stir until fully combined. Now add in the cauliflower rice, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Continue to cook until the cauliflower is soft.
    • Finally, remove from the heat and stir in the cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

    Jennifer's tips

    • Fresh or frozen cauliflower? This is really up to what you have on hand.  I love using already riced and frozen cauliflower because it is always in my freezer.  You could also use frozen cauliflower florets, fresh cauliflower florets, or fresh cauliflower rice.  It really is just a matter of preference.
    • What other vegetables can I use? This recipe is very versatile and you can use any vegetable you have on hand...broccoli, cabbage, green beans, zucchini, etc.
    • Can I use heavy cream instead of cream cheese? If you are running low on cream cheese you can definitely use ¼ cup of heavy cream instead.  The sauce may be a touch looser but the taste will be similar.
    Servings: 6

    Nutrition per serving

    Calories: 395 | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 27g | Fiber: 3g

    Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

    Keyword :gluten free, keto hamburger helper recipe

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      Recipe Reviews




    1. Brad Rathwell says

      May 29, 2021 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      Is the nutrition for the entire dish or per serving?

      Reply
      • Mia says

        May 29, 2022 at 5:50 pm

        Looks likes per serving which kinda sucks I could eat half of it lol

        Reply
    2. Gabriele says

      February 18, 2021 at 1:48 pm

      The nutrition information, what is the serving size?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        February 19, 2021 at 11:01 am

        1/6th of the recipe. Measure out the whole dish and then divide by 6 to get an exact measurement.

        Reply
    3. Michelle says

      November 03, 2020 at 5:47 pm

      5 stars
      This was so easy to make and delicious! I’ll definitely be keeping it on a rotating menu especially as the weather is going to be getting colder. I didn’t have tomato sauce but did have crushed tomatoes and I still thought it was good. Looking forward to trying it with the tomato sauce. It’s got all the hints of comfort food without the guilt. Every recipe I have made of yours has exceeded my expectations. THANK YOU Jennifer for all you do to help others on their journeys!

      Reply
    4. Carly says

      May 28, 2020 at 11:14 am

      I made this last night. It was quick, easy and totally comfort food! Will definitely make again!

      Reply

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