Quick High Protein Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Dinner
This quick high protein Philly cheesesteak pasta dinner combines tender beef, peppers, onions, protein-rich pasta, and a creamy cheesy sauce for a hearty, satisfying weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces high-protein pasta
- 1 pound lean ground beef or thinly sliced steak
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 4 ounces light cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, optional
- Red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook beef until browned.
- Season with salt and pepper and remove beef from skillet.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and sauté onion and bell peppers until softened.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return beef to the skillet and add cooked pasta.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
Use high-protein pasta and lean beef for the best balance of flavor and nutrition. Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce becomes too thick.