Philly Cheesesteak Bowls – Easy Low-Carb Cheesesteak Bowl Recipe
These Philly Cheesesteak Bowls are a delicious twist on the classic sandwich—without the bread! Tender steak, sautéed onions and peppers, and gooey provolone cheese come together in a hearty bowl that’s perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or low-carb lifestyles. All the flavor, none of the fuss!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons
- Lid (for melting cheese)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb flank, sirloin, or ribeye steak (thinly sliced)
- 2 bell peppers (green, red, or yellow), sliced
- 1 medium onion (white or yellow), sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (provolone, mozzarella, or pepper jack)
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp marjoram
- ¼ tsp dried basil
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups cauliflower rice, romaine lettuce, cooked rice, or quinoa
- Toppings: avocado, sour cream, crispy onions
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Thinly slice steak, peppers, and onions. Mince garlic.
- Sauté Veggies: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add peppers and onions; cook until tender and slightly caramelized (6–8 minutes).
- Add Garlic: Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season Steak: Toss steak slices with all seasonings in a bowl.
- Cook Steak: Push veggies to one side of skillet. Add steak and cook until browned (2–3 minutes per side). Avoid overcooking.
- Add Sauce: Stir in Worcestershire sauce and simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Melt Cheese: Sprinkle cheese over mixture. Cover skillet and let cheese melt (1–2 minutes).
- Assemble Bowls: Serve over your chosen base. Add toppings if desired.
Notes
- For best texture, slice steak thinly against the grain.
- Use a mix of bell peppers for color and sweetness.
- Keep base separate during meal prep to avoid sogginess.
- For keto: use cauliflower rice or lettuce.
- For vegetarian: swap steak for mushrooms or tofu.
- For spice: add jalapeños or hot sauce.