Low Carb Keto Lasagna
A low carb lasagna so good, you have to ask, "why isn't all lasagna like this?"
For an easy keto dinner recipe the whole family will enjoy, try this keto lasagna. There is no need to lay down layers of sliced zucchini noodles or shredded cabbage, this low carb lasagna recipe uses sliced deli chicken meat for the “noodle” part.
8
Servings
389
Calories
26g
Fat
34g
Protein
4g
Net Carb
4.7g
Total Carbs
Using deli chicken meat as the replacement for noodles in lasagna produces a similar appearance and palatability to lasagna noodles. In fact, your family probably won’t be able to tell that this is a noodle-less lasagna recipe because it’s that delicious! You definitely won’t be missing any noodles in this flavorful Italian keto pasta recipe.
This is a go-to keto dinner recipe for our family. It’s easy to make (only takes about 30 minutes to prepare and cook) and the whole family loves it. It’s one of the most popular recipes on my website and YouTube channel. This meat sauce is a full red sauce coated ground beef and or Italian sausage and layers of creamy cheeses.
With this keto lasagna bake, we aren’t messing with zucchini slices that take forever to cut and make your zucchini lasagna watery.
Serve with a side salad or some keto breadsticks (err… parmesan bread puffs) and you have yourself a full Italian feast.
If you only have a few minutes to prepare dinner and don’t want to dirty up a bunch of dishes, try my keto skillet lasagna. This lasagna is a one pot recipe with all the delicious Italian flavors but not all the fuss.
KETOFOCUS FANS THINK IT’S THE BEST!!
“I made this last night and everyone loved it! My kids didn’t even realize there were no noodles. My oldest asked me why I was making lasagna, she thought I was having a cheat day!”
➥ from YouTube subscriber @mpiry
“Ok, I made this lasagna on Friday and OMG. This is hands down the absolute BEST keto lasagna recipe I have EVER tried, and I’ve tried several. Can’t thank you enough for this recipe. You cannot even tell there aren’t noodles in this dish. WOW!”
➥ from YouTube subscriber @rrt401
“I made this for my family and it was outstanding. Like you suggested I enhanced things with fresh garlic, onion, mushrooms, and spices. Worked great! I like using the chicken because it fills the role of the noodles so well. Let’s face it, the noodles themselves don’t add much flavor, only texture, and the chicken does the same. It allows all those other flavors to capture explode on your taste buds! Thanks for sharing the recipe.”
➥ from YouTube subscriber @steverock7103
Keto Lasagna Recipe Video
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Keto Lasagna Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
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12 oz of low carb marinara sauce or low sugar tomato sauce
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¾ lb sliced chicken or turkey (from the deli counter)
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10 tablespoons whole milk ricotta cheese
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3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Low Carb Keto Lasagna Directions
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Brown the beef
Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season with salt & pepper. Add additional seasoning like basil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, anise, or oregano if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- salt
- pepper
Quick Tip
For even more flavor, add diced onions, mushroom, bell peppers if desired. -
Meat sauce
Once the meat is cooked until no longer pink, add in the marinara sauce. Stir to combine and let simmer on low for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Ingredients
- 12 oz marinara sauce
Quick Tip
Sometimes, I'll add a splash of heavy cream and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese to add flavor and balance. -
Layer the ingredients
In a casserole dish, spread a small amount of ground beef mixture on the bottom. Add a layer of chicken slices. Followed by another layer of ground beef. Top with 5 dollops of ricotta cheese and ¼ of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers 2-3 times. End the layers with ground beef mixture and then remaining mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb sliced chicken or turkey
- 10 oz ricotta cheese
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Quick Tip
YouTube subscriber Joann suggests to mix an egg and some parmesan cheese into the ricotta. It's tastier, but helps the ricotta spread evenly. -
Bake your lasagna
Bake in the oven at 400F for 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly on top.
The sliced deli chicken as noodles was a genius twist that made this lasagna feel so hearty and satisfying without the carbs. I was shocked at how much the texture mimicked traditional pasta. Plus, cleanup was a breeze with fewer pots to wash!
Absolutely loved how creamy the ricotta made each layer! The flavors blended beautifully and the mozzarella topping had just the right amount of golden crisp. Will definitely be making this a weekly dinner favorite.
I gave this a try last weekend and was surprised how much I liked the deli chicken as the noodle replacement, definitely a great low-carb swap! I added a bit more Italian seasoning to the meat sauce for extra flavor.
This recipe was a total game changer for me because it saved so much time without sacrificing any flavor. I loved how the ricotta and mozzarella melted together to make such a rich and gooey layer. The chicken slices held up perfectly and made this feel like real comfort food.
I absolutely loved this keto lasagna recipe, especially the creative use of sliced deli chicken as a low-carb alternative to traditional noodles. The flavor from the seasoned ground beef and melted mozzarella was incredible. Do you have a cookbook with more recipes like this that use simple low-carb swaps and still feel like classic comfort food?
Hi Sandra! I’m so glad you loved the keto lasagna—using deli chicken as a noodle swap is one of my favorite little tricks too! 💛 And yes, I actually have a cookbook coming out that’s packed with simple, low-carb comfort food just like that. It’s all about high-protein, low-carb recipes designed to support longevity and keep things tasty and satisfying. It’s available now for pre-order here: https://www.amazon.com/Protein-Packed-Low-Carb-High-Protein-Longevity/dp/1628605642. Thanks so much for your support—it truly means a lot!
I really liked how the ricotta layered between the chicken slices added a creamy texture that contrasted well with the hearty meat sauce. The deli chicken held up better than I expected and made assembly super simple. I used Italian sausage instead of ground beef and it gave the whole dish a nice spicy kick. The cheese melted beautifully at 400F in just 15 minutes, but I might broil it briefly next time for more browning on top.
I was amazed at how well the deli sliced chicken worked as a noodle substitute—it held up beautifully and didn’t get soggy. I followed the layering instructions closely and using 10 tablespoons of whole milk ricotta gave it a super creamy texture in every bite. The mozzarella on top got perfectly bubbly and golden after 15 minutes at 400F. I appreciated how easy it was to assemble compared to traditional lasagna. The ¾ lb of deli meat ended up being just the right amount for three solid layers.
I really liked how using sliced deli chicken instead of traditional noodles made this super simple to layer and kept it low carb. The beef and marinara cooked down nicely and gave a rich, hearty flavor that didn’t overpower the other layers. I found that using the full 3 cups of mozzarella made it extra gooey in the best way. Next time I might add more seasoning to the meat for a bit more punch.
I was surprised how well the deli chicken worked as a noodle substitute. The flavor was great and it held together nicely. My husband didn’t even notice it was low carb.
I was a little skeptical about using deli chicken instead of noodles, but it turned out really well. The layers held together nicely and the flavor was spot on.
Do you use bagged shredded mozzarella or grate from fresh? thank you
I just use the bagged shredded cheese in this lasagna recipe.
This recipe is delicious! If you want to use an 8×10 dish or a 9×12 dish, double the recipe to layer the steps 3 times as stated in the recipe. Or you’ll only have enough product for about 1.5 layers. And add a lot of onions, green peppers, and mushrooms. Plus other veggies!
The chicken in place of noodles is brilliant and delicious! Just make sure you have enough to feed everyone this delicious main course.
Amazing!!!
I made it in a small cheesecake tin.
Omg will be making this again .
Thankyou Annie
I tried this recipe, instead of turkey or chicken, I used Ham, it came out absolutely amazing.
Lasagna is my favorite. I so happy I found this recipe…
I have a tip for making the ricotta easier to spread. If you add one egg and stir until well incorporated, you will be able to spread the ricotta with a spoon. It’s much easier. This looks delicious, can’t wait to try it.
I love the look of this recipe! I’ll try it this week! Quick question: the pan you used looks like it makes 6 portions? I use a 9×13″ Pyrex dish for lasagna. From a carb standpoint, do I need to worry about portion size? Can’t wait to try this! Thanks!
You can use whatever size pan you want. Then divide into 8 servings to keep with the serving size I have calculated already. This will make calculating carbs and other macros easy.
Excellent! I just made this but I used Zucchini instead. I love it! I also make my own sauce and rarely used jarred sauce. It’s watery but I know why. I forgot to salt the zucchini and get the moisture out first. Thank you for this recipe. I’ll be making this again!
Mine tasted great but was very watery
Like most lasagna recipes, it can be watery at first but will thicken as it cools. The water content of the deli meat may also be a factor. You can pat dry the deli meat before layering.
First time. Just assembled this can’t wait till my husband gets home to try this. Not going to tell him ingredients till done. Using 9×13 with 1 pound ground beef and 1 pound ground Italian sausage with cream cheese as not a fan of ricotta. Going to try your cheese bits to serve with.
The chicken “pasta” works very well. I recently tried making the “pasta” layers using egglife wraps and it was a wonderful substitution too.
Something happened to mine. The proportions are way off. I had extra Italian Sausage and Rao’s and still didnt have enough sauce. And way too much chicken left over.
It depends on how thick you make your layers.
I made the recipe exactly as written and everyone loved it! I will definitely make it again. Thanks for a great recipe!
I made it and added spinach to each layer and oregano, salt & pepper to the ground beef. I was happy with the taste and outcome. I love the chicken pasta substitution it worked really well.
I was skeptical about the chicken slices replacing pasta. It Worked! I used sliced deli turkey instead and added a layer of spinach (gotta get some veggies in). Even found the Rao’s at my local supermarket. Thanks for sharing that tidbit so I didn’t have to hunt for a low/no sugar tom. sauce. So good. Didn’t notice the missing pasta at all. Thanks for this recipe!
This was awesome! So easy to make and the kids liked it also. So many different ways you change this up.
Great flavor. Made two Keto friendly modifications… added dried basil and oregano to beef while browning, and I added an egg, dried parsley and a little salt and pepper to the ricotta cheese. Made the cheese a little runny but easier to spread and more nutrient dense. Great recipe.
This lasagna is the best ever. I was floored to see how well the deli chicken replaced the noodles! It’s so good to eat real food! Thank you so much for this recipe. It’s a keeper!
I borrow people’s amazing low carb ideas all the time and rarely comment. Mostly because I use them as inspiration and then tweak everything, but I feel obligated to leave a message to tell you what an incredible idea this was. It was absolutely perfect. I’m planning to serve it to my parents and not tell them to see what they say. Seriously. So. Good. I’ve tried the palmini and the zucchini. Meh. It’s ok but tastes low carb. This didn’t taste low carb at all. My kids (who don’t eat low carb) didn’t even believe me. Bravo!!
This looks delicious and definitely something I need to try. I will find a substitute for the pasta though and since I don’t eat chicken maybe I’ll opt for the keto lasagna noodles. But it seriously looks terrific!
This is a great, simple, delicious recipe. I used spicy Italian sausage and Rao’s arrabbiata sauce. Then I added all the veggie odds and ends in my fridge to the sauce (a bunch of fresh basil, zucchini, bell pepper, a little onion, a little carrot, garlic). Came out piccante e delizioso! ? Thank you for helping me stay sane while following a keto diet.
Thank you TT. I had never heard of “arrabbiata sauce” but I found the Rao’s and it was soo good!
A M A Z I N G ! ! ! !
Haha!! Awesome Yvonne! I am glad you liked it! Since you loved the lasagna, try this one next: https://www.ketofocus.com/recipes/keto-chicken-parmesan/!
Made this last night. Everyone loved it. So easy to make.
Hi Dawn! This one is another hit! https://www.ketofocus.com/recipes/keto-enchiladas/
2nd time making this- its great both times! 1st I made for friends/co-workers and they loved it. 2nd time was tonight LOVED IT but I made it in the 9×13 pan and ran out of chicken because I had planned to do an 8×8 dish BUT all I had was plain deli ham and it really DELISH!! Love ketofocus so glad my Aunt introduced me to your page.
Made this today, use already cooked Hamburger, little spice, no Salt. Cooked a small cubed onion in skillet, small red sweet Pepper, Oregano, Basil, Sriracha sauce, half jar of Marinara, Organic sauce. Half a Large Zucchini, cut in half, then rounds sliced in 1/4″ pieces. Four large Mushrooms, sliced. Layered meat sauce as instructed, then the Zucchini Moons, Cottage Cheese, layered mushroom slices, Mozzarella Cheese Shreds; another layer of the same. Topped last layer with Meat sauce, cottage cheese, Mozzarella, three Zucchini moons in the center for eye appeal.
Served with Sourdough Baguette, Sliced fresh Tomatoes.
Baked in an Oval Baking Dish, 9X14, in Convection Oven, 15 minutes at 350 Degrees
Well isn’t that just a totally different recipe without turkey? What’s the point of commenting on this recipe?
Loved the recipe.
Added half diced onion and a package of sliced mushrooms sautéed in bacon fat to the sausage and beef meat filling.
Doubled the hamburger and added mild Italian sausage fried out of their casings for a 9×13.
Inserted fresh mozzarella throughout.
Used chicken slices, they did fall apart while making it. Next time will get it sliced thicker.
The noodles were not missed. ???
Dear Annie,
I have been watching your channel since you started and love all your family friendly keto meals. This one is a staple in our household. It is liberating to eat lasagne without extra carbs and the taste still be the same. Your chaffle recipes have also been a life saver and I can’t thank you enough for making this channel available to all those who have a family of mouths to feed on keto. I feel I am always in the kitchen & wouldn’t have it any other way because the health benefits of keto far outweigh any inconveniences but your dishes are so quick, tasty and easy to make.
Thanks again Annie,
Huge hugs from Marnie in Sydney, Australia xo
Is there a way to keep the chicken slices from falling apart? I love this recipe!
Sometimes mine fall apart too. I just do my best to layer them on. It won’t make a difference once you layer it all together.
How do you keep the chicken slices from falling apart? Great recipe!
I try to select slices that are full when I pick them out from the deli, but if they fall apart just put them on there as best you can.
Instead of chicken it turkey. Can you use roast beef ?
Yes! That should work too! I know some people have even used ham in this keto lasagna recipe
You can get the deli to slice them fresh any thickness you want.
I love this recipe! I love your Youtube channel!
This was delicious….didn’t miss the pasta at all and had all the same flavors of regular lasagna.
Thank you for your review Eileen, I’m so happy to hear that our Keto Lasagna was delicious and filling. We are always looking at new ways of making keto recipes more enjoyable without sacrificing flavor or texture!
WoW!! This is delicious!!!! I saw your recipe demo, found the specific brand of sauce and other ingredients at my local grocery store and gave it a try tonight. I accidentally threw the whole jar of sauce instead of half in with the beef but the end result was just fine anyway, saucy and delicious. Didn’t miss noodles one bit! Definitely a keeper recipe. 🙂
Aloha… I’m a carnivore Keto eater but I I must say, dis looks great ! I’m gonna try it tonight for my family ( which I will have to tripple it lol ) and see wat my family tinks. I wanna get my family into keto too. Mahalo for ur recipes..
Do u have a “cloud bread” recipe too ?
I don’t have a recipe for cloud bread yet. I was thinking of doing one but haven’t had the time yet! I do have a roll recipe on my website that would be good with this lasagna.
Is the 8×10 dish of keto lasagne intended for 4 servings or for 8 servings?
I’m just getting started on a keto weight loss program and am trying to figure out keto portion sizes!
Thanks for any help on this!!!
For this recipe, you can cook the lasagna in any size dish and divide it into 8 servings.
Just getting started , I’m excited to try your recipes . Thank you for sharing your time and talents . I enjoy watching and learning these new skills .
Don’t like ricotta, can I use cottage cheese?
Yes, you can substitute with cottage cheese, cream cheese or do a mixture of egg and parmesan cheese in this lasagna.
I’ve always made my lasagna with mashed hard boiled eggs, a lot of them. Because I dont like ricotta I use only mozzarella cheese in my lasagna. I just made this recipe for the 1st time with lean, no additives sliced chicken breast. Basically easy for me as the only switch out was the pasta lasagna noodles for chicken, Can’t wait to bite into it. But have to wait for dinner with wife and son later. Thank you for this awesome idea.
This is the best Keto meal I’ve ever had. Simply delicious. I did use more sauce as I like it saucy, but otherwise followed the directions. I will most definitely be having this over and over!!
Looks yummy!!! Jess at Keto Rewind sent me here. Can’t wait to try this. Thank you!!!
I just saw this recipe on Keto Rewind and Jess was kind enough to include the link! Awesome recipe, cant wait to make this!
what size baking dish does this require. i used 9/13 and didn’t have enough meat for more than one layer
I typically use an 8×10 or smaller.
I wish I would have read these comments before making it. I, too, used a 9×13 and it came out a little flimsy. I think next time I’d use an 8×8. It had decent flavor. I think I also got turkey slices that were too thin because it pretty much felt like ground meat and cheese.
Yummy!