Here’s a fun, flavor-packed twist on classic Sloppy Joes — Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes! Juicy beef, onions, peppers, and melty cheese all on a soft bun.
🥪 Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Serves: 4–6
Time: 25–30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
⭐ Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or thinly sliced steak if preferred)
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- 2 tbsp ketchup (optional, for a slight tang/sweetness)
- 4–6 soft sandwich buns
- 4–6 slices provolone or American cheese
Optional:
- Hot sauce to taste
- Mushrooms (sliced) for extra Philly flavor
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Veggies
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up, and cook until mostly browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and optional mushrooms. Sauté 5–6 minutes until softened.
2. Season & Simmer
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and ketchup.
- Pour in beef broth, reduce heat to low, and simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Add the Cheese
- Lower the heat and place cheese slices on top of the meat mixture.
- Cover for 1–2 minutes until cheese melts.
4. Assemble the Sloppy Joes
- Toast buns lightly (optional).
- Spoon the cheesy beef mixture onto buns.
- Serve immediately.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Authentic Philly twist: Use thinly sliced steak instead of ground beef and sauté with peppers & onions.
- Extra creamy: Stir in 2–3 tbsp cream cheese before adding provolone.
- Spicy: Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Make-ahead: Prepare filling in advance and reheat before serving.
If you want, I can also give you:
- 🧀 Cheesesteak Sloppy Joe Casserole
- 🥩 Slow cooker Philly Sloppy Joes
- 🌶️ Spicy Sriracha Philly Sloppy Joes
