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High protein Philly cheesesteak rice bowl with steak, cheese sauce, and vegetables

High Protein Philly Cheesesteak Rice Bowls

Protein-packed comfort food bowls with tender marinated steak, garlic parmesan rice, and creamy cheese sauce
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 643

Ingredients
  

  • 4.5 lbs raw top sirloin beef shaved thin
  • 3 tsp salt
  • 3 tsp black pepper
  • 4 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 tsp onion powder
  • 2/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil optional
  • 6 tbsp light butter divided for cooking
  • 2-3 large white onions thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 16 slices reduced-fat cheese slices
  • 2 cups 1% milk
  • 1 3/4 cups low-fat cheddar shredded
  • 2 3/4 cups uncooked basmati rice
  • 1/4 cup minced garlic
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 1/4 cups grated parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan for cheese sauce
  • Rice cooker or pot for rice
  • Sharp knife for slicing
  • Large bowls for serving

Method
 

  1. Marinate your sliced sirloin in a large bowl with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and olive oil. Massage the seasonings into every piece of meat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, though overnight gives best results.
  2. Cook basmati rice according to package directions. In your largest skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sizzling for 1 minute until fragrant. Fold in cooked rice, fresh parsley, and grated parmesan. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers with salt and pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and slightly charred. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  4. Heat skillet over high heat and add remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Working in batches to avoid crowding, sear marinated steak for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Don't flip more than once. Let steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  5. For cheese sauce, warm milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Gradually whisk in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth. Remove from heat, then add cheese slices one at a time, stirring until velvety and creamy.
  6. Build bowls by scooping garlic parmesan rice as the base, topping with caramelized vegetables and sliced steak, then finishing with a generous drizzle of cheese sauce.

Notes

Freeze meat for 20 minutes before slicing for easier, thinner cuts. Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness. Don't crowd the pan when searing steak. Keep heat low when making cheese sauce to prevent graining. Store components separately for up to 4 days.