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Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Sam Guarnieri
Sam Guarnieri Posted: 07/16/21 Updated: 02/02/23
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This Philly cheesesteak casserole is super easy, extra cheesy, and delicious! Savory ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and tangy cream cheese create the base for this simple recipe. This Philly cheesesteak casserole is topped with a layer of provolone cheese, then baked to melty, cheesy perfection!

philly cheesesteak casserole being lifted out of the baking dish with a spatula

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • It has all of the ingredients of a classic Philly cheesesteak, minus the bread! This dish is naturally low-carb and keto. Enjoy this Philly cheesesteak casserole with a side of veggies or on its own for a delicious keto meal.
  • It’s super easy to throw together! Cook the ground beef, add in the veggies, then stir in the cream cheese and heavy cream. Transfer everything over to a baking dish, top with cheese and bake. Remove this simple casserole from the oven once the cheese is brown and bubbly, and enjoy!
  • It’s a total crowd pleaser! I love whipping this Philly cheesesteak casserole together for friends and family. This recipe gets rave reviews every time, and no one will ever guess how easy it was to make!

Key Ingredients

Ground Beef – I used 80% lean ground beef for this recipe, however you can use any kind you’d like. Though remember to remove as much of the rendered fat from the ground beef as possible. If too much liquid fat gets left behind, this casserole could end up soggy and simply not as good. Also, remember to season your ground beef with a hefty pinch of salt while cooking! The salt gives the entire casserole a boost of flavor.

Cream Cheese – Just a bit of cream cheese amps up the richness of this casserole. While not traditional to a classic Philly cheesesteak, cream cheese is somewhat of a secret ingredient in this recipe.

Provolone Cheese – Do not skimp on the provolone cheese in this savory casserole! A thick layer of melty provolone cheese takes this entire dish to the next level. I love using an entire 8 slices atop my Philly cheesesteak casserole. The second anyone gets a peek at this top layer of bubbly cheese, they immediately ask for a plateful!

Chef’s Tips

  • Once done, leave the casserole in the oven on high broil for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Broiling will give your Philly cheesesteak casserole a decadent golden brown crust! Though keep an eye on it while it broils, since it can burn quickly.
  • If you’d like an even cheesier casserole, insert a layer on sliced provolone cheese in the center. Do this by transferring half of the ground beef mixture to a baking dish then topping it with 6 to 8 slices of provolone cheese. Then top that with the remaining ground beef mixture and a final layer of provolone cheese – holy cheesy goodness!
  • Let the casserole sit, out of the oven, for about 5 minutes before serving. This few minutes left to rest will allow the beef and veggies to soak up the heavy cream and cream cheese. It will also give the Philly cheesesteak casserole enough time to set, making it easier to scoop and serve!
close up image of philly cheesesteak casserole in the baking dish

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philly cheesesteak casserole being lifted out of the baking dish with a spatula
4.60 from 10 votes

Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Prep:5 minutes
Cook:30 minutes
Total:35 minutes
This Philly cheesesteak casserole is super easy, extra cheesy, and delicious! Savory ground beef, sweet bell peppers, and tangy cream cheese create the base for this simple recipe. This Philly cheesesteak casserole is topped with a layer of provolone cheese, then baked to melty, cheesy perfection!
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8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 bell peppers chopped
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup cream cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6-8 slices provolone cheese

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9×13 baking dish

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
  • Add ground beef and a pinch of salt to a large skillet over medium heat, cook until crumbled and meat is no longer pink.
  • Drain fat from skillet then add in the bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are slightly soft.
  • Remove from heat and add in the cream cheese, heavy cream, and salt – mix to combine.
  • Transfer to a 9×13 baking dish, top with provolone cheese slices, and bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is brown and bubbly.

Notes

  • I used 80% lean ground beef, though anywhere between 80% – 90% will work in this recipe.
 
Recipe yields approximately 8 servings. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes. Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving out of 8 using 8 slices of provolone cheese. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.
 
To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by 8. Result will be the weight of one serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1serving, Calories: 446kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Protein: 26g, Fat: 36g, Saturated Fat: 17g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 119mg, Sodium: 593mg, Potassium: 424mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 1208IU, Vitamin C: 39mg, Calcium: 186mg, Iron: 3mg, Net Carbs: 3g

Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.

 

Nutritional values shown are general guidelines and reflect information for 1 serving using the ingredients listed, not including any optional ingredients. Actual macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands and types of ingredients used.

 

To determine the weight of one serving, prepare the recipe as instructed. Weigh the finished recipe, then divide the weight of the finished recipe (not including the weight of the container the food is in) by the desired number of servings. Result will be the weight of one serving.

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Sam is a travel, food, and fitness enthusiast from the New York metro area who loves creating new and inventive recipes. Her love of food goes all the way back to her early childhood, cooking alongside her mom and Nonna – the two best cooks she knows! She's a big believer that good-for-you food can still explode with flavor and (most importantly) be easy to make. When she's not in the kitchen, Sam can usually be found planning her next vacation, spending time outdoors, or bingeing the latest Netflix docu-series.

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  1. Johnny says

    Posted on 5/27/22 at 4:12 pm

    Disappointed this did not taste like any Philly Cheesesteak I have ever tasted. I enjoyed this recipe. Also your pics didn’t appear like my results and I followed recipe to a tee.3 stars

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 5/31/22 at 7:23 pm

      Sorry that happened, Johnny, but glad you still enjoyed it!5 stars

      Reply
  2. Travis Bruce says

    Posted on 5/24/22 at 12:30 pm

    This is good, but the meat is a bit bland. I would recommend seasoning it more while browning. Maybe garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and paprika to start. Other than that, it’s an easy, fun little recipe.3 stars

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 5/31/22 at 7:28 pm

      Glad you enjoyed it! And good tips for adjusting it to your taste.5 stars

      Reply
  3. Angela says

    Posted on 4/28/22 at 12:44 pm

    This was amazing! Thank you! Wondering if mushrooms could be added to the ground beef mixture?5 stars

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 5/1/22 at 3:50 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it! And sure! Or you can spoon the on top.5 stars

      Reply
  4. Karen says

    Posted on 2/4/22 at 3:53 pm

    I wonder how ground turkey would work…5 stars

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 2/16/22 at 6:25 pm

      Would probably work well here!5 stars

      Reply
  5. Judy whitman says

    Posted on 2/4/22 at 8:49 am

    I used philly cheese steak in it instead of 2 lb. ground beef. Great!5 stars

    Reply
    • Anna Claire | 40 Aprons TeamAnna Claire | 40 Aprons Team says

      Posted on 2/4/22 at 1:46 pm

      Yum!5 stars

      Reply

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