Description

Philly Cheesesteak Pasta is a hearty, creamy pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of a Philly cheesesteak sandwich with tender rotini, ground beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and melted provolone and pepper jack cheeses.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil

1 large yellow onion, halved and sliced 1/2-inch thick

1 tsp kosher salt, divided

1 medium red bell pepper, halved and sliced 1/2-inch thick

1 clove garlic, minced

1 lb ground chuck

1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

8 oz dry rotini pasta

2 cans low-sodium chicken broth (14.5 ounces each)

1 1/2 cups shredded provolone cheese, divided

1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided

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Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, deep-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced yellow onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 10-15 minutes until softened and golden brown. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Push the sautéed vegetables to the edges of the skillet to create space in the center. Add the ground chuck and cook, breaking it into crumbles, for about 5-6 minutes until browned and fully cooked through. Season with ½ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
While the beef is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Add 2 cans of low-sodium chicken broth to the skillet with the ground beef and vegetables. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded provolone cheese and 1 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese over the pasta. Gently fold the cheese into the pasta until it’s fully melted and incorporated.
If your skillet is oven-safe, top the pasta with the remaining ½ cup of provolone and ½ cup of pepper jack cheese. Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil on high for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions, if desired. Serve the Philly Cheesesteak Pasta hot, with a side of garlic bread or a fresh green salad.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, replace the ground beef with a plant-based meat substitute or sautéed mushrooms.
If you want extra heat, add a diced jalapeño or red pepper flakes to the vegetables.
Feel free to swap provolone and pepper jack for mozzarella, cheddar, or gouda to suit your taste.
Add extra veggies like mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach for more flavor and nutrition.
To make it creamier, add a splash of heavy cream or milk to the chicken broth before adding the pasta.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop, Broiling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 550
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg