Diabetic-Friendly Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Diabetic-Friendly Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Low-Carb • Keto • Gluten-Free • High-Protein
📝 Ingredients (Serves 6)
Base
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or thin-sliced steak)
- 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil (or butter)
Seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup provolone or Monterey Jack
- (Optional) 2 oz cream cheese for extra creaminess
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet.
- Drain any excess grease.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
2️⃣ Sauté the Veggies
- In the same skillet, add olive oil.
- Sauté peppers, onions, garlic, and mushrooms until tender-crisp (about 6–8 minutes).
3️⃣ Build the Casserole
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread cooked beef evenly in a baking dish.
- Top with the sautéed veggies.
- Sprinkle mozzarella + provolone over everything.
- (Optional) Dot small chunks of cream cheese between layers for extra richness.
4️⃣ Bake
- Bake 15–18 minutes, or until the top is melted, bubbly, and golden in spots.
📊 Nutrition (per serving)
Approximate:
- Calories: 310
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 22g
- Sugar: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
💡 Tips for BEST Flavor
- Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce (sugar-free) for classic cheesesteak depth.
- Use sliced steak instead of ground beef for a more authentic texture.
- Add 1–2 tbsp cream cheese to make it creamy like a cheesesteak dip.
- Broil the top for the last 2 minutes for extra browned cheesy goodness.
