Gooey cheese, green bell peppers, grilled onion, ground beef. Philly Cheesesteak protein bowl.
If you love a good Philly cheesesteak but are trying to be a little more mindful of your carbs, this one is for you!
I'm all about finding ways to enjoy the foods I love while still working toward my goals. Eating healthier doesn't mean giving up flavor, living on salads, or spending hours in the kitchen. Sometimes it just means getting a little creative with the meals we already love!
These Philly Cheesesteak Bowls are packed with seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, green peppers, mushrooms, and gooey melted provolone cheese. Basically, all the goodness of a Philly cheesesteak without the bread!
Even better? They're easy to throw together, packed with protein, and make a great option for meal prep.
And if you're not worried about the carbs? Throw that mixture on a toasted hoagie roll. I'm definitely not here to judge! 😂
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Protein packed: Each serving has 30 grams of protein to help keep you satisfied.
Meal-prep friendly: Make a batch and portion it out for easy lunches or dinners.
Simple ingredients: Nothing fancy or hard to find here!
Family friendly: Easily adjust portion sizes, and let everyone decide whether they want theirs in a bowl or on a bun.
Low carb: All the cheesesteak flavor without needing the bread.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
½ cup beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 green bell peppers, diced
8 mushrooms, diced
4 slices provolone cheese
How to Make Philly Cheesesteak Bowls
Step 1: Cook the beef
Brown your ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess grease, then add the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
Let everything simmer for about 4–5 minutes, or until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the vegetables
Add olive oil to the same skillet and let it heat for about a minute.
Toss in your diced onion, green peppers, and mushrooms. Cook for approximately 5–6 minutes, until the vegetables have softened.
Step 3: Bring it all together
Add the cooked beef back into the skillet and stir everything together.
Now comes the best part... CHEESE!
Step 4: Add the provolone
You have two options here:
Divide the mixture into four bowls and top each one with a slice of provolone.
Leave everything in the skillet, spread the provolone over the top, and let it melt before dividing into portions.
I love the second option because you can easily portion out smaller servings for the kiddos.
And that's it! Dinner is ready.
Meal Prep & Storage Tips
These bowls are perfect for getting a little ahead of the week.
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Reheating: Warm in the microwave or skillet. Add a splash of beef broth if the mixture needs a little moisture.
Freezer: Freeze the beef and vegetable mixture without the cheese for up to 2–3 months. Thaw, reheat, and add fresh provolone before serving.
Make It Your Own!
One of my favorite things about meals like this is how easy they are to customize.
Want to keep things lower carb? Enjoy it just as it is.
Need a little more fuel? Serve it over rice or potatoes.
Craving the traditional Philly cheesesteak? Load it onto a toasted, buttered hoagie roll.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to eating well. Find what works for your goals, your family, and your lifestyle.
And remember, consistency beats perfection every single time!
Nutrition Information
Per serving | Recipe makes 4 servings
Nutrient | Amount
Calories | 326 kcal, Protein | 30 g, Carbohydrates | 9 g, Fat | 19 g, Saturated Fat | 8 g,
Fiber | 2 g, Sugar | 4 g, Sodium | 385 mg
Additional nutrition: Cholesterol 87 mg, potassium 730 mg, calcium 180 mg, iron 3 mg.
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary depending on the brands and ingredients used.
A Little Reminder...
You don't have to completely overhaul your life to make progress. You don't have to eat boring food, skip family favorites, or spend your entire Sunday cooking.
Sometimes it's just about making one better choice, one meal, and one day at a time.
That's what this journey is about for me. Finding balance, fueling my body, enjoying my food, and getting 1% better every day.
Now go make yourself some cheesesteak bowls! ❤️
