Creamy Keto Philly Cheesesteak Skillet (Printable Version)
Tender beef with sautéed peppers and onions in a rich, creamy cheese sauce—all cooked in one skillet for a quick, satisfying low-carb dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Beef
01 - 1 lb ribeye steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Vegetables
05 - 1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce & Cheese
10 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
11 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
12 - 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
13 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced steak, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove steak and set aside.
02 - In the same skillet, add peppers, onion, mushrooms, and garlic. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, until vegetables are softened.
03 - Return the steak to the skillet. Stir to combine with the vegetables.
04 - Lower the heat to medium. Add cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
05 - Sprinkle shredded provolone or mozzarella over the top. Cover and cook for 2–3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - Garnish with smoked paprika if desired. Serve hot.
# Expert Insights:
01 -
- Everything happens in one pan so you spend more time eating and less time washing up
- The creamy sauce transforms ordinary steak and vegetables into something restaurant-worthy
- Its keto comfort food that actually feels comforting instead of like a compromise
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- Overcooking the beef in the first step makes it tough since it will cook more in the sauce, so pull it early
- The sauce thickens quickly off the heat so dont panic if it looks thin at first
03 -
- A cast iron skillet holds heat evenly and gives you those nice crispy edges on the beef
- Pat the steak dry before seasoning it or it will steam instead of sear properly