Quick Philly Cheesesteak Casserole

Name: Quick Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced; 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced; 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and black pepper to taste; 12 ounces cavatappi pasta; 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided; 1 cup beef broth; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon olive oil

This cozy pasta bake brings all the savory goodness of a classic cheesesteak right to your dinner table.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· October 10, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

There is something so comforting about combining a Philly cheesesteak with hearty pasta. My family loves how the seasoned ground beef and tender vegetables soak up that creamy cheese sauce. It is the perfect meal for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying but simple to put together.

For the best results, try to slice your peppers and onions into thin strips. This helps them blend perfectly with the pasta shapes. If you are a fan of extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef while it browns.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
12 ounces cavatappi pasta
2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided
1 cup beef broth
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water according to the package directions until it is al dente, then drain it well.
3
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until it is browned, then drain off any excess grease.
5
Stir the onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms into the skillet with the beef. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
6
Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
7
Stir in the beef broth and the softened cream cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
8
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cooked pasta and one cup of the pepper jack cheese.
9
Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cup of pepper jack cheese.
10
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat, add a small splash of water or beef broth to keep the sauce creamy in the microwave. This dish is great served with a crisp green salad on the side.

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