High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese. This dish brings together the rich flavors of juicy beef, sautéed bell peppers, and a velvety cheese sauce, all enveloping perfectly cooked macaroni. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that satisfies cravings without compromising your health goals. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-skillet wonder is not only delicious but also packed with protein to keep you energized. Indulge in a wholesome experience that feels like a cheat meal but fuels you like a champion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- 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
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente; reserve 125ml of pasta water.
- Sauté veggies: In a skillet, melt butter or oil and sauté garlic, onions, and bell peppers for about 5 minutes.
- Add beef: Crumble in ground beef or alternative; cook for about 7 minutes while seasoning to taste.
- Make it creamy: Stir in cream cheese, mozzarella, and light cheese slices until melted into a sauce.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta and reserved water; stir until noodles are well-coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg