Description
High-Protein Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese combines lean steak, chickpea pasta, and colorful vegetables in a creamy, protein-rich sauce that delivers comfort and nourishment in every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb lean sirloin steak, thinly sliced
12 oz chickpea or lentil pasta
2 large bell peppers and onions, sliced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp black pepper
Salt, to taste
Instructions
1. Cook chickpea pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add sliced steak, season with black pepper and paprika, and cook 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
4. Add remaining olive oil to skillet. Add sliced onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Sauté 6-7 minutes until soft and slightly charred.
5. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape up browned bits from the pan.
7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in Greek yogurt and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
8. Return steak to the skillet with its juices. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
9. Top with remaining cheese, cover, and let melt for 1-2 minutes.
10. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Slice steak against the grain for tenderness.
Do not overcook vegetables to maintain texture and nutrients.
Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
Let Greek yogurt reach room temperature to prevent curdling.
Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting quality.
Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg