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Cheese Steak Stuffed Peppers

Cheese Steak Stuffed Peppers: A Low-Carb Delight You’ll Love

Cheese Steak Stuffed Peppers are a low-carb, keto-friendly alternative to the classic Philly cheesesteak.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Filling
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Substitute with shallots for a milder taste.
  • 1 cup Cremini or Button Mushrooms Swap with diced zucchini if you prefer.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Replace with soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Crushed Tomato Fresh diced tomatoes may be used instead.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
For the Peppers
  • 4 large Bell Peppers Use a variety of colors for visual appeal.
For the Richness
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Replace with olive oil for a healthier fat option.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Try using non-dairy cheese as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, then add the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 7-10 minutes until the beef is browned.
  4. Prepare the bell peppers by slicing them in half and removing the seeds. Place them cut-side up in a baking dish.
  5. Spoon the beef mixture into each pepper half, compacting it slightly.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over each filled pepper and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let the peppers cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Consider mixing various vegetables into the filling for added nutrition or experimenting with different cheeses for flavor.

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