High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese
Indulge in our High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese, a delightful fusion of comfort food and nutritional goodness! This dish combines the rich creaminess of classic mac & cheese with the savory flavors of cheesesteak, featuring lean beef and colorful peppers. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-skillet wonder can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Not only is it satisfying and delicious, but it’s also packed with protein to fuel your body without weighing you down. Customize it with your favorite ingredients or spice levels to make it truly your own. Enjoy every cheesy bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 800g lean ground beef (or turkey/chickpeas)
- 20g butter (or olive oil)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 100g chopped white onion
- 75g each red, green & yellow bell peppers
- 140g light cream cheese
- 50g shredded mozzarella
- 240g dry macaroni (whole wheat or chickpea pasta)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in salted water until al dente, reserving 125ml of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté garlic, onion, and bell peppers for about 4-5 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheese slices until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with reserved pasta water in the skillet. Stir until noodles are coated in sauce and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg