These Philly Cheesesteak Bowls are a quick, flavorful, and low-carb twist on the classic sandwich. With tender slices of steak, perfectly sautéed onions and peppers, and gooey melted cheese, you get all the crave-worthy flavors without the bread.
Ready in just 20 minutes, this high-protein dinner is perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or when you’re craving comfort food that won’t weigh you down.
🥩 Why You’ll Love Philly Cheesesteak Bowls
- Low-Carb & Keto-Friendly: Skip the bun, keep all the flavor.
- Quick Dinner: On the table in just 20 minutes.
- Customizable Base: Serve over cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or white rice.
- High-Protein: Keeps you full and satisfied.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Great for family dinners or entertaining.
🕒 Time Needed
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
- Serving Options: cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or white rice
👩🍳 How to Make Philly Cheesesteak Bowls
1️⃣ Cook the Steak
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak slices, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Sear for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the Veggies
In the same skillet, add onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3️⃣ Assemble the Bowls
Divide your base (cauliflower rice for low-carb, mashed potatoes for comfort, or white rice for a classic feel) into bowls. Add steak and veggies on top.
4️⃣ Melt the Cheese
Sprinkle shredded cheese over the warm ingredients and let it melt naturally. For a golden top, broil for 1–2 minutes.
5️⃣ Garnish & Serve
Top with fresh parsley and serve hot.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Cheese Lovers: Try white American cheese or provolone for authentic Philly flavor.
- Extra Heat: Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store steak, veggies, and base separately for easy reheating.
- Halal-Friendly: Use halal-certified steak and Worcestershire sauce.
📌 Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze steak and veggies separately for up to 2 months.
❓ FAQ
1. Can I make this vegetarian?
Yes—swap steak for sautéed mushrooms and zucchini for a veggie cheesesteak bowl.
2. Can I use chicken instead of steak?
Absolutely—thinly sliced chicken breast works great.
3. How do I get tender steak?
Use a tender cut like ribeye, slice thinly against the grain, and avoid overcooking.
Final Thoughts
These Philly Cheesesteak Bowls deliver all the comfort and flavor of the original sandwich without the bread—and in a fraction of the time. Whether you go low-carb with cauliflower rice or keep it classic with potatoes, it’s a quick, customizable dinner that’s sure to satisfy.
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Philly Cheesesteak Bowls – Easy Low-Carb Dinner Idea
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
These Philly Cheesesteak Bowls are a quick, flavorful, low-carb twist on the classic sandwich. Tender slices of steak, sautéed onions and peppers, and gooey melted cheese come together in just 20 minutes for a high-protein, customizable dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
- Serving Options: cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or white rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak slices, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Sear for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Divide your chosen base (cauliflower rice, mashed potatoes, or white rice) into bowls. Top with steak and veggies.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the warm ingredients and let melt naturally, or broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden top.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For authentic flavor, use provolone or white American cheese. Add jalapeños or hot sauce for spice. Store components separately for meal prep—keeps in fridge for 3 days or freeze steak and veggies for 2 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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