Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

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🥪 Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4–6

🛒 Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground sirloin for leaner option)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced

  • 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced

  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced (optional for color and sweetness)

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tablespoon ketchup

  • 1 tablespoon steak sauce (e.g., A1 – optional but adds depth)

  • 1/2 cup beef broth

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 4–6 hamburger buns or hoagie rolls

🧀 Cheese Options:

  • 6 slices provolone cheese

  • OR 1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella

  • OR Cheese Whiz (for the authentic Philly street-vendor style)

🍳 Instructions:

  1. Cook the Meat
    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and ground beef. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.

  2. Add Veggies
    Add diced onion and peppers. Sauté 5–6 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Season & Sauce
    Stir in Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, steak sauce (if using), and beef broth. Season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.

  4. Optional Thickening
    For thicker filling: dissolve 1 tbsp cornstarch in 1 tbsp cold water and stir into the mixture. Simmer until thickened.

  5. Add Cheese
    Turn off heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted — or place sliced cheese on top, cover the skillet, and let the cheese melt with residual heat.

  6. Assemble the Sandwiches
    Toast buns lightly (optional) and spoon the mixture generously onto each bottom half. Add more cheese if desired, top with bun, and serve hot.

❓ Q&A Section

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: Yes! The filling can be made up to 3 days ahead. Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat on the stove or microwave before assembling.

Q: Can I freeze the filling?

A: Absolutely. Cool it completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat.

Q: What cheese is best for Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes?

A: Traditional Philly cheesesteaks use provolone, white American cheese, or Cheese Whiz. For Sloppy Joes, provolone (shredded or sliced) melts nicely into the mixture.

Q: Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef?

A: Yes, ground turkey or chicken works well — just use a bit of extra olive oil, since they’re leaner and can dry out faster.

Q: Can I make this low-carb or keto?

A: Definitely. Serve the filling in lettuce wraps, over a bed of cauliflower rice, or in a low-carb tortilla or chafe (cheese waffle).

Q: How do I keep the buns from getting soggy?

A: Toasting the buns helps a lot. You can also add a thin slice of cheese to the bun before topping it with the meat  it acts as a barrier.

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