Description
This Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is a delicious, keto-friendly twist on the classic sandwich. Packed with savory beef, sautéed peppers, onions, and gooey cheese—without the bread! Perfect for an easy low-carb dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef (or thinly sliced ribeye steak)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or steak and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté the Vegetables
- Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir in Worcestershire sauce.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth.
- Assemble the Casserole
- Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to the baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the top and gently mix. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the casserole.
- Bake
- Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or microwave in 30-second intervals.
- Variations:
- Swap provolone for cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Swiss.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for spice.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add mushrooms for extra umami.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Casserole, Low-Carb Dinner, Keto-Friendly Meals
- Method: Baking Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: low carb Philly cheesesteak casserole, keto Philly cheesesteak, Philly cheesesteak bake, easy low carb casserole, keto dinner recipe