Description
Delicious and hearty Philly Cheesesteak Rice Bowls featuring sautéed ground beef, caramelized onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and rich provolone and mozzarella cheeses, all simmered in a savory Worcestershire sauce-infused gravy. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal served over rice or your favorite base.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 ½ tsp garlic powder (divided)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 green bell peppers (diced)
- 4 oz. mushrooms (diced)
- 1 ½ – 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 Tbsp corn starch
- 4 slices provolone (chopped)
- 1 – 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- Chopped parsley for serving
Optional Serving Suggestions
- Cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- Baked potato
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Break the meat into chunks and cook until browned with no pink remaining. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Sauté Onions and Tomato Paste: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet and heat. Add diced onions and sauté for several minutes until they become slightly translucent. Stir in tomato paste and cook for a few more minutes to caramelize the onions and deepen flavors.
- Cook Bell Peppers and Mushrooms: Add diced green bell peppers and mushrooms to the skillet. Continue sautéing for 6-8 minutes until vegetables are softened to your liking.
- Prepare Sauce and Combine: Lower the heat to medium-low. In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet along with Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, onion powder, and the remaining garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
- Incorporate Beef and Provolone: Return the browned ground beef to the skillet and add chopped provolone cheese. Stir everything together and allow the provolone to melt while the sauce thickens. If the sauce becomes too thick, add additional beef broth as needed.
- Broil with Mozzarella: Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top. Place the skillet under a high broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Serve: Let the dish cool for about 5 minutes. Serve over cooked rice, cauliflower rice, baked potatoes, or your preferred base. Garnish with chopped parsley and optionally banana peppers for extra flavor.
Notes
- You can adjust the softness of the vegetables according to your preference by shortening or extending the sauté time.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the provolone and mozzarella or substitute with vegan cheese alternatives.
- If the sauce thickens too much during cooking, add more beef broth gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Oven proof skillet is necessary for broiling cheese in the final step to avoid transferring the mixture.
- Optional toppings like banana peppers add a nice tangy contrast to the rich flavors.
