Description
This high protein Philly cheesesteak casserole is cheesy, savory, and low carb. It is an easy baked dinner packed with beef, peppers, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 2 large bell peppers diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese softened
- 6 slices provolone cheese torn
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9 by 13 baking dish.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell peppers and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef, salt, and black pepper and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart, until fully browned with no pink remaining.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and reduce heat to low.
- Add the softened cream cheese and stir until fully melted and creamy.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Layer the provolone over the beef, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ground beef must reach an internal temperature of 160°F before baking and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American