High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese. This dish combines juicy lean beef, a colorful medley of sweet peppers, and a rich, velvety cheese sauce, all tossed with tender macaroni for a wholesome meal that feels indulgent but is crafted to maintain your macros. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or game day gatherings, this one-skillet wonder comes together in just 30 minutes, providing you with a nutritious hug in a bowl without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- 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
- 225g mixed bell peppers (red, green, yellow)
- 140g light cream cheese
- 50g shredded mozzarella
- 240g dry macaroni
- Salt, pepper, paprika & chili flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente; reserve 125ml pasta water and drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic, onion, and peppers for about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned (5–7 minutes), seasoning to taste.
- Stir in cream cheese and mozzarella until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Combine cooked macaroni with the sauce using reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg