High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese
Indulge in the comfort of High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese, a delightful twist on two classic favorites! This dish combines the savory essence of a cheesesteak with the creamy richness of mac and cheese, all while being nutritious and filling. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it’s a quick meal that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.
- 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
- 3–4 light cheese slices (or your favorite melting cheese)
- 240g dry macaroni (whole wheat or chickpea pasta)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted water until al dente; reserve 125ml pasta water.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic, onion, and bell peppers until softened.
- Add ground beef (or turkey/chickpeas) and cook until browned; season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes.
- Reduce heat; stir in cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheese slices until melted.
- Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water; mix well until creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg