Description
Hearty Philly cheesesteak stuffed peppers fuse classic sandwich flavors with wholesome bell pepper vessels. Melted provolone, tender beef, and caramelized onions create a low-carb meal packed with irresistible Philadelphian charm for hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef or thinly sliced steak (ribeye or sirloin)
- 4 large bell peppers (any color), halved lengthwise and seeds removed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 6 slices provolone cheese or 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Pepper Preparation: Slice bell peppers in half, removing seeds, and position cut-side up in a baking dish to create stable filling vessels.
- Initial Roasting: Place baking dish in a preheated oven at 375F (190C) for 10 minutes to slightly soften peppers, creating a tender base for the filling.
- Vegetable Sauté: In a large skillet over medium heat, caramelize onions, green bell peppers, and mushrooms in olive oil, developing rich, deep flavors for 5-6 minutes.
- Meat Integration: Add ground beef or thinly sliced steak to the vegetable mixture, browning thoroughly and breaking down into uniform crumbles while eliminating excess grease.
- Seasoning Layer: Incorporate garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper, allowing seasonings to meld and intensify the flavor profile for 1-2 minutes.
- Pepper Stuffing: Remove peppers from initial roasting, generously fill each half with the meat and vegetable mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Cheese Topping: Blanket each stuffed pepper with provolone or mozzarella cheese, creating a luxurious melting layer that promises golden, bubbling perfection.
- Final Baking: Return stuffed peppers to the oven for 15-20 minutes, allowing cheese to transform into a molten, appetizing covering.
- Serving Presentation: Plate immediately, optionally garnishing with fresh chopped parsley and accompanying with a crisp salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Pepper Prep Technique: Par-bake peppers for 10 minutes before stuffing to ensure they’re tender and create a stable base for the filling.
- Moisture Management: Drain excess fat from meat thoroughly to prevent soggy peppers and maintain a concentrated flavor profile.
- Cheese Melting Mastery: Use medium-high heat and watch carefully during final baking to achieve perfectly golden, bubbling cheese without burning.
- Protein Flexibility: Easily swap ground beef with shredded chicken, sliced steak, or plant-based meat alternatives to accommodate different dietary preferences and nutritional needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg