Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Casserole layers seasoned ground beef, peppers, cauliflower rice, cream cheese, and provolone into a creamy baked dinner. It is a practical high protein low carb meal for family nights, leftovers, or keto-style dinner planning.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- 9 by 13 inch baking dish
- Cutting Board
- Chef's Knife
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean ground beef ground sirloin or 93/7 ground beef
- 1 medium red bell pepper thinly sliced into 1 to 1 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 medium green bell pepper thinly sliced into 1 to 1 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cups frozen cauliflower rice about one 10 ounce bag
- 8 ounces cream cheese full fat or reduced fat Neufchatel, cubed
- 6 to 7 ounces sliced provolone cheese about 9 to 10 slices
- chopped fresh parsley optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
- Add the peppers, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika, then cook until the vegetables soften.
- Stir in the frozen cauliflower rice and cook until hot and most excess moisture has evaporated.
- Reduce the heat, add the cubed cream cheese, and stir until the filling is creamy and evenly coated.
- Spread the beef and cauliflower mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Top with overlapping slices of provolone cheese until the casserole is covered.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the filling bubbles and the cheese melts with light golden spots.
- Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Storage: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months, then thaw overnight in the refrigerator for the best reheated texture.
Reheating: Reheat covered in a 350°F oven or warm single portions in the microwave until steaming hot.
Best Tips: Cook off extra moisture from the cauliflower rice before baking so the casserole stays creamy instead of watery.
Variations: Add mushrooms, use mozzarella or Monterey Jack, or stir in a pinch of crushed red pepper for heat.
Low-Carb Tips: Serve with salad, roasted broccoli, or green beans to keep the meal lower in carbohydrates.
Meal Prep: Portion leftovers into containers once cooled for a convenient high protein low carb lunch.