Go Back
HIGH PROTEIN CREAMY PHILLY CHEESESTEAK MAC CHEESE centered hero view, clean and uncluttered
Joe Rooney

High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac Cheese Recipe

Craving a comforting yet protein-packed meal? This High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac Cheese recipe blends juicy ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and a velvety cheese sauce with whole wheat macaroni for a satisfying Philly Cheesesteak Pasta twist. Perfect for fans of Philly Cheese Steak Pasta Ground Beef, it’s an effortless weeknight dinner that feels indulgent but fuels your body right. Enjoy all the Philly Cheesesteak vibes in one creamy skillet dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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 (or any mix!)
  • Salt, pepper, paprika & chili flakes (to taste)
  • 140g light cream cheese
  • 50g shredded mozzarella
  • 3–4 light cheese slices (or your fave melting cheese)
  • 125ml reserved pasta water
  • 240g dry macaroni (whole wheat or chickpea pasta = protein boost)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook Pasta: Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente. Reserve 125ml pasta water, then drain.
  2. Sauté Veggies: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic, onion & peppers for 4–5 mins until softened.
  3. Add Beef: Crumble in beef. Cook 5–7 mins, breaking it up. Drain excess fat if needed. Season with salt, pepper, paprika & chili flakes.
  4. Make it Creamy: Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese, mozzarella & cheese slices. Melt into a silky sauce.
  5. Bring it Together: Add cooked pasta & reserved pasta water. Stir until every noodle is coated in that creamy, cheesy goodness. Adjust sauce thickness as needed.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Tear cheese slices for faster melting! Keep heat low when adding cheese—no grainy sauce! Taste & tweak seasoning at the end—your bowl, your rules.