It's time to get sloppy with a Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joe. We've got the recipe for both slow cooker and stovetop instructions. An easy recipe to make and perfect for game day eating, family gathering, or potluck.
Plus, it's sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- Our easy philly cheesesteak is a great weeknight meal for busy families who love comfort food.
- It only takes 30 minutes from start to finish to make this sloppy joe Philly cheesesteak recipe.
- This is a tasty twist on a traditional sloppy joe sandwich made with sautéed bell peppers, onions, seasoned ground beef, and lots of gooey melted cheese.
Ingredients
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- lean ground beef
- yellow onion,
- green bell pepper
- fresh mushrooms
- Worcestershire sauce
- salt
- ground black pepper
- garlic powder
- cornstarch
- beef broth
- provolone cheese
- hamburger buns
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Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- meat chopper
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Slow Cooker Instructions
- Brown ground beef, onions, diced green bell pepper, and diced mushrooms. Use a meat chopper or masher to break up the ground beef. Saute until all the meat is brown.
- Add the beef mixture to the slow cooker. Add in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
- With 15 minutes left of cooking, add the cheese to the slow cooker. Cover and let cook for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Stir to combine.
- Serve on a hamburger bun with pickles and fries. Enjoy
Stovetop Instructions
- Over medium-high heat, in a sauté pan, add ground beef, onions, diced green bell pepper, and diced mushrooms. Break up the meat and saute until all the meat is brown.
- Drain and discard any grease.
- In a small bowl, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Pour the beef broth mixture into the ground beef mixture.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 5-6 minutes. The broth will thicken slightly.
- Mix in the provolone cheese, stir to blend the cheese and beef mixture.
- Taste for seasoning, adjust if needed.
- Place the meat on hamburger buns and serve.
Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips
Leftovers can be stored in a covered airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. I don't recommend freezing with the cheese added, as the cheese may not freeze well.
You can freeze the cooked ground beef and then add the cheese after defrosting.
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. You can also reheat these in the microwave, but I find they are better reheated on the stovetop.
Eileen's Tips for Success
- Make Ahead: The ingredients can be made ahead of time. After everything is browned, combine the prepared ingredients into a freezer-safe bag. The mixture can be kept frozen for 3 months.
- Be sure to dice the vegetables to be the same size so they cook evenly.
Variations
- Seasonings: For a little extra flavor, add ¼ cup of BBQ sauce to the beef mixture.
- Creaminess: For a creamier sauce, add ¼ cup of sour cream to the beef mixture.
- Meat Options: You can use ground turkey or ground chicken instead of beef if you prefer to make this tasty Philly cheesesteak sloppy joe recipe.
- Buns: Serve these Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes on a toasted bun, brioche buns, or hot dog buns.
- Vegetables: If you don't have fresh mushrooms, canned mushrooms can be used.
- White mushrooms or baby bellas are my first choice for mushrooms.
- Cheese: If you don't have provolone cheese, use either mozzarella cheese or white American cheese.
- Cheez Whiz is always an option for a classic sauce for cheesesteak sloppy joes.
Serving Suggestions
- Crispy Roasted Potatoes
- Easy Roasted Broccoli
- Spicy French Fries
- Strawberry Iced Tea
- Bacon Ranch Potato Salad
- Homemade Macaroni Salad
- The standard French fries, sweet potato fries, or tater tots are always an easy and tasty optional side dish.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a few different sauces that go well with Philly cheesesteak. One of my favorites is a garlic aioli. Another popular sauce is a cheese whiz.
Yes, you can use shaved beef instead of ground beef.
The most popular cheese for Philly cheesesteak is provolone.
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Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion peeled and diced
- 1 small green bell pepper seeded and diced
- 1 ½ cups fresh mushrooms diced
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
Stovetop Directions
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, add 1 pound ground beef, 1 diced yellow onion, and 1 diced green bell pepper, and 1½ cups diced mushrooms. Break up the ground beef and saute until all the meat is browned and vegetables are soft.
- Drain and discard any fat.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup beef broth, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce,1 Tablespoon cornstarch, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ black pepper, and ½ garlic powder. Pour the beef broth mixture into the skillet with the ground beef mixture.
- Let the mixture simmer over low heat, about 5-6 minutes. The broth will thicken slightly and flavors will blend. Check seasoning, if needed, adjust seasoning.
- Mix in 6 slices of provolone cheese to the beef mixture. Stir to blend the cheese with the beef mixture.
- Place the meat on hamburger buns and serve.
Slow Cooker Instructions
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, add 1 pound ground beef, 1 small diced onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 1½ cups diced mushrooms. Break up meat and saute until all the meat is brown.
- Drain and discard any grease. Add the meat mixture to the slow cooker vessel.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup beef broth, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tablespoon cornstarch, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Add the broth mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours, 15 minutes before serving, check seasoning, if needed, adjust seasonings add 6 slices of provolone cheese to the slow cooker. Cover and let cook another 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Stir to combine.
- Place the meat on hamburger buns and serve.
NOTES
- I’m not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes
Brooke
When do you add mushrooms?
Eileen Murphy Kelly
Hi Brooke, Thank you for letting me know an ingredient was not included. I have updated the recipe. The mushrooms get added into the skillet at the beginning. I hope you enjoy the recipe. This is one of our favorites.
Shelby
I made these for my son's friend who is visiting from Spain and she LOVED them. She loves anything with beef and cheese so I knew I had to try it. I loved how easy it was and it was super flavorful.
Sarah
Didn't have much flavor. But it was good and the kids ate it. Add your favorite seasonings.
Eileen xo
We are happy your children enjoyed the recipe. I do recommend always testing for seasoning and adjusting the seasoning, if needed before serving.
Alex Bala
What a great idea. I love sloppy joes, so switching the middle to a Philly was so fun! So tasty also! Thanks.
Patrice
This was so good and my family is asking for more. I really enjoyed making this.
Susannah
I loved the shortcut to use frozen veggies. Big help! These were so good.
Lynn Polito
my family loved this easy dinner! So good!
Jennifer
Mmm, I loved these! They were so flavorful and fun to eat - grab some napkins!
Aya
These philly cheesesteak sloppy joes are mouthwatering! They are so easy to make and taste absolutely delicious. I will be making them again for sure!
Mandy Applegate
I'd never made sloppy joes before and wasn't disappointed! This recipe is really easy and everybody loved them!
Rupali
This recipe is a crowd pleaser! My kids want these again.
Linda
I'm all about quick and easy meals, and this one is definitely a must-try!
Sherry
I made your Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes for a potluck at my daughter basketball banquet. I was a huge hit and several people asked me for the recipe!