High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese
Indulge in our High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese, the perfect blend of comfort food and nutrition! This dish brings together juicy lean beef, colorful bell peppers, and a luscious cheese sauce all enveloped in tender pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week ahead. With every bite, you’ll enjoy the rich, cheesy flavors reminiscent of classic cheesesteaks, but without compromising your health goals. Plus, it’s easy to customize by swapping proteins or adding veggies! Gather your family around this hearty dish that satisfies cravings while keeping you energized.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 800g lean ground beef (or turkey/chickpeas)
- 20g butter (or olive oil)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 100g chopped white onion
- 225g mixed bell peppers
- 140g light cream cheese
- 50g shredded mozzarella
- 240g dry macaroni
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve 125ml pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic, onion, and bell peppers for about 4–5 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook for about 5–7 minutes until browned and crumbled.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheese slices until melted and creamy.
- Mix in cooked pasta with reserved pasta water; stir until well combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg