Description
Hearty Philly cheesesteak pasta blends classic sandwich flavors with comforting noodle textures. Rich beef, melted provolone, and caramelized peppers create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground chuck
- 1 large yellow onion (halved, sliced ½-inch thick)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (halved, sliced ½-inch thick)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 8 oz (227 g) dry rotini pasta
- 2 cans low-sodium chicken broth (14.5 oz or 411 g each)
- 1 ½ cups shredded provolone cheese (divided)
- 1 ½ cups shredded pepper jack cheese (divided)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt (divided)
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Caramelize Aromatics: Sizzle yellow onions and red bell peppers in olive oil over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until deeply golden. Introduce minced garlic in the final minute to elevate the aromatic foundation.
- Brown the Protein: Create a central cooking zone in the skillet, add ground chuck, and crumble while cooking 5-6 minutes. Season generously with salt and black pepper, ensuring thorough coverage and even cooking.
- Pasta Preparation: Boil salted water and cook rotini until perfectly al dente. Drain completely, setting aside for later incorporation into the robust mixture.
- Flavor Development: Stream chicken broth into the meat and vegetable mixture. Reduce heat and allow ingredients to meld together during a gentle 5-minute simmer, intensifying the overall flavor profile.
- Cheese Integration: Fold drained pasta into the skillet, coating thoroughly. Sprinkle provolone and pepper jack cheese, gently folding until completely melted and harmoniously blended.
- Final Broil and Finish: If skillet is oven-safe, top with additional cheese. Broil on high for 2-3 minutes until cheese transforms into a bubbling, golden-brown crust. Rest for 3-4 minutes to allow flavors to settle.
- Serving Presentation: Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions. Plate alongside toasted garlic bread, ensuring each serving captures the essence of a Philly Cheesesteak in pasta form.
Notes
- Caramelize Veggies Slowly: Take time to sauté onions and peppers, allowing natural sugars to develop rich, deep flavor without burning.
- Choose Quality Ground Beef: Select chuck with good fat content to ensure juicy, flavorful meat that mimics authentic Philly cheesesteak texture.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Use a blend of provolone and pepper jack for complex flavor, folding gently to create creamy, even cheese distribution.
- Broiler Timing Matters: Watch cheese topping closely during final 2-3 minutes to achieve golden-brown crust without burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg