This Keto Coney Dog Casserole has all the flavors of the iconic coney dog but in a healthier low-carb casserole.
An iconic East Coast favorite, Coney Island Hot Dogs are one of my favorite guilty pleasures.
Keto Coney Dog Casserole Recipe
Just like the original, you can top it with your favorite hot dog condiments for the perfect low-carb recipe.
Check out more Keto Comfort Food Recipes like Stuffed Chicken Parmesan, Nashville Hot Chicken Thighs, Cream Chipped Beef Green Bean Casserole
The Magic of a Coney Island Hot Dog in Casserole Form
I must get something off my chest before we go any further. I’ve never actually been to Coney Island.
While in college in western Maryland, there was a little hole-in-the-wall hot dog joint that served Coney Island Dogs.
My roommate and I would go at least a few times a week and order more dogs than I care to admit to and begin devouring them. At the time my 18-year-old self could handle a lot more carbs than my current self.
Ingredients for Keto Coney Dog Casserole
- Lean Ground Beef (I use 90/10)
- Beef Hot Dogs
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Sugar-Free Ketchup
- Yellow Mustard
- Beef Broth
- Worcestershire
- Dry Minced Onion
- Chili Powder
- Smoked Paprika
Keto Casseroles have to take a few Liberties with Tradition
Now that I’ve decided to take the bread out of my diet, I wanted to devise a new way to enjoy this nostalgic favorite. Though I’m sure I will have some.
Critics claiming blasphemy. I feel like this recipe is the perfect ketofied casserole when I’m in the mood for a Coney Dog. It's also the perfect Skillet Recipe with a trusty 12" inch Cast Iron Pan
Coney Island dogs are traditionally all beef hot dogs, but you can substitute whatever you like for this recipe.
There are many uncured varieties of hotdogs available for those looking to avoid nitrates. When it comes to beef, I recommend going with a leaner cut.
Because this recipe has a good amount of liquid, you don’t want it to end up too greasy. I recommend pouring off most of the fat before adding the other ingredients.
You can always save the fat to sauté with your eggs or add to another recipe.
Load up those Coney Dog Condiments
Other than the chili sauce, the condiments were always the best part. You can load up the dog with diced white onions, sauerkraut, or a big squeeze of yellow ballpark-style mustard.
Since not everyone likes the same condiments, I like to serve them on the side. Everyone can customize their own serving and have exactly what they want.
I'm unsure if pickles or relish are traditional, but I always like to serve this recipe with some pickle spears, and nobody complains.
Since fall is right around the corner, you’ll definitely see many more one-pan comfort food recipes. What’s your favorite nostalgic comfort food??
Maybe I’ll ketofy it in an upcoming recipe. If you haven’t tried it yet, check out this Hamburger Skillet Recipe and Sloppy Joe Shepherds Pie as well.
More Keto Recipes I Think You'll Love
- MARYLAND STYLE KETO CRAB CAKES
- SLOPPY JOE SHEPHERD'S PIE
- NASHVILLE CHICKEN THIGHS
- STUFFED CHICKEN PARMESAN
Keto Coney Dog Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Lean Ground Beef
- 8 Beef Hot Dogs
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- ½ cup Sugar-Free Ketchup
- ¼ cup Yellow Mustard
- ¼ cup Beef Broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire
- 1 tbsp Dry Minced Onion
- 2 tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- In a 12” cast iron pan brown ground beef until almost fully cooked. Drain off any excess fat if you don’t want the final product to be greasy. Keep it in if you love that greasy goodness!!
- Stir in seasoning and half of the sliced hot dogs, continue to cook.
- Deglaze pan with beef broth, mustard, ketchup and Worcestershire. Simmer over medium heat until mixture has reduced then top with cheddar cheese and remaining hot dogs.
- Broil for 4-5 minutes until cheese is melted. Let casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve with your favorite hot dog condiments like sauerkraut, pickles, diced onion etc.
Notes
Nutrition
Fantastic! This is going to be in the regular rotation!!
Thanks, I love this recipe!!! so filling and tasty!!!
Where do you use the other half of the hot dogs?
They go on top, I will add that to the instructions
Great recipe! Very tasty! 😋
Thank you!! glad you enjoyed it!!
Absolutely LOVE this dish! SO good! Also quick and easy for busy families! It's now a go to for us!
Thank you so Much !!! Its one of my favorites too!!
Been making this for years, so good! We serve it over keto “corn”bread and it’s delicious 🤤
love to hear that, Still one of my favorites!!
This is in my next meal prep.....I have no words.....I grew up in a small city that served coney's....OMG!!
Looking at the other recipes you have created for Keto....yah, you are being followed and bookmarked!
Awesome!! I love that recipe so much!!