Your New Favorite Weeknight Dinner 😋 (Keto-Friendly!)
🛒 Ingredients:
Base:
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup shredded parmesan cheese (optional for extra flavor)
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½ cup marinara sauce (low sugar/keto-friendly)
Proteins (choose your faves):
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½ cup pepperoni slices
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½ cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
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¼ cup bacon bits or chopped cooked bacon
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½ cup grilled chicken or ground beef (optional)
Veggies:
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¼ cup sliced mushrooms
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¼ cup sliced black olives
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¼ cup diced bell peppers
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¼ cup chopped onions
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¼ tsp Italian seasoning
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Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Toppings:
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Extra cheese on top
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Fresh basil or parsley
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Drizzle of olive oil or a dollop of ricotta (chef’s kiss 💋)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In an oven-safe bowl or small baking dish, layer:
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Half the mozzarella & parmesan
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A few spoonfuls of marinara
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Your favorite meats and veggies
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Repeat layers until filled (like a mini pizza lasagna)
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Top with more cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Optional Broil: Hit it with a quick broil (1–2 mins) for crispy cheesy goodness.
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Garnish with basil, parsley, or even a drizzle of garlic butter.
🥄 Serve With:
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A side salad with vinaigrette
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Zucchini noodles or roasted broccoli
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Or eat it as-is, straight out the bowl!
Wanna make it breakfast-style with eggs or customize for kids? I got you! 😎