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One-Pan Philly Cheese Beef Skillet

This one-pan skillet meal features savory ground beef, bell peppers, and onions in a rich, cheesy sauce, topped with molten provolone. All the flavor of a classic Philly cheesesteak in a low-carb, keto, and gluten-free dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish, Skillet Meal
Cuisine: American, Keto, Low Carb
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Skillet Base
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef drained
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 2 large green bell peppers thinly sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Topping
  • 8 slices provolone cheese or discs
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet (preferably cast iron)
  • Spatula
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into smaller crumbles, until fully cooked (8-10 mins). Drain excess grease and set aside.
  2. Return skillet to medium heat and add olive oil. Sauté the onions, green bell peppers, and red bell peppers until soft and edges are slightly charred (10-12 mins).
  3. Reduce heat to low and return browned ground beef to the skillet. Mix in garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until combined.
  4. Spread mixture out evenly. Arrange the provolone cheese slices to cover the top. Cover with a lid to melt cheese (3-5 mins).
  5. Optional: Place skillet under a broiler for 1-2 mins for a golden bubbly cheese top.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Using actual steak requires thinly slicing and cooking, but ground beef makes this a simple one-pan meal.