🧀🥩 Keto Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Looking for a high-protein, high-fat, low-carb meal? This Keto Philly Cheesesteak Casserole is just what you need to stay in ketosis while enjoying a cheesy, savory delight! 😋 The best part? You can prepare parts of it in advance — perfect for a quick bake-and-serve dinner. 🙌

🥘 Ingredients

  • 🥣 ¼ cup chicken bone broth
  • 🥩 907 g ground beef
  • 🧀 113 g cream cheese
  • 🧂 2 tsp sea salt
  • 🧄 ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 🌶️ ½ tsp black pepper
  • 🌶️ 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 🫑 3 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 🌿 ½ tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 🧀 6 slices provolone cheese
  • 🧅 1 large onion

📝 Ingredient Notes

  • Beef 🥩: Ground beef is used, but thinly shaved steak also works great!
  • Provolone 🧀: Classic and melty — but Colby Jack, white cheddar, or mozzarella are solid backups.
  • Bell Peppers 🫑: Use any color, but slice them evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Onion 🧅: Yellow, red, or sweet onions are all fair game — slice thinly.
  • Cream Cheese 🧀: The keto superstar — adds rich texture and healthy fats.
  • Italian Seasoning 🌿: Adds that authentic flavor flair!

👩‍🍳 Instructions

🔥 Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 177°C (350°F).
  2. Use a stoneware 8×11.5 inch baking dish. If using a different material, oil it lightly.

🍳 Cooking

  1. In a pan over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, stirring until browned.
  2. Season with salt 🧂 and pepper 🌶️. Cook until fully done.
  3. Add sliced onions and bell peppers.
  4. Mix in garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  5. Sauté until veggies are slightly softened.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and add cream cheese.
  7. Stir constantly until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.

🔥 Baking

  1. Pour the mixture into your baking dish.
  2. Cover the top with provolone cheese slices, slightly overlapping.
  3. Bake until cheese is fully melted (about 15-20 minutes).
  4. For a crispy cheese top, place under broiler on high for 5 minutes. 🔥
  5. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving to lock in flavors.

📊 Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

🥣 Total Servings: 6 heaping cups
🍽️ Serving Size: 1 heaped cup (1/6th of the casserole)

  • 🔥 Calories: 495 kcal
  • 🍞 Total Carbohydrates: 9.5 g
    • 🌿 Net Carbs: 7 g
    • 🧵 Fiber: 2.5 g
    • 🍬 Sugar: 5.4 g
  • 🧈 Fats: 34.6 g
  • 🥩 Protein: 35.8 g

✅ Keto-Friendly: High in fats and proteins, low in net carbs — perfect for keeping your body in ketosis.
🍽️ A satisfying, balanced one-dish meal packed with flavor and fuel!

💡 Tips

  • 🧀 Add extra cream cheese for a creamier texture.
  • 🍽️ Don’t skip sautéing the veggies — they won’t cook fully just from baking.
  • 🔪 Cut peppers uniformly to ensure even texture and visibility in the dish.
  • 🥘 No stoneware? No problem — just lightly oil your dish.
  • 🚫 Avoid overcooking cream cheese – remove from heat once melted and stir well.

❄️ Storage Info

🧊 Freezer

  • Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • For best results, thaw in the fridge before baking. Baking from frozen may burn the cheese.