Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
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Love sloppy joes but want a fun twist? These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes combine everything you love about the classic sandwich into one quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. High in protein and full of comfort-food flavor, they're an easy way to upgrade your sloppy joe routine in just 20 minutes!
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Quick Look: Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
- 🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 5
- 📊 Calories: 408 per serving
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Why You'll Love These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
- Big Flavor, Comfort Food Vibes - Juicy beef, melty cheese, and sautéed peppers and onions give you all the classic Philly cheesesteak flavor in sloppy joe form.
- High Protein & Satisfying - Packed with protein, this sandwich keeps you full and energized.
- Quick, Easy & Flexible - Ready in under 30 minutes and easy to customize with different veggies, cheeses, or even a lighter protein like ground turkey. Leave off the bun for a lower carb option!
Select Ingredients
- Lean ground beef - to get a true Philly cheesesteak flavor, I highly recommend sticking to a 93%-95% lean ground beef. You can swap out with another protein like ground turkey or chicken if needed.
- Hamburger buns - you can use a hoagie bun or slider buns if preferred. Use gluten-free buns here if needed.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Recipe Tips & Variations
➡️ Make it gluten free - swap the bun for a gluten free option! Double check your other ingredients to ensure they don't contain gluten if you need to be gluten free.
➡️ Veggie boost - Add mushrooms and zucchini for an extra veggie boost in this recipe! Or simple double up the peppers!
How To Make Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Step 1: First, brown the lean ground beef then stir in the diced onions and peppers when the beef is half way browned. Finish cooking until beef is brown. Drain the grease. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt and pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and beef broth. Pour the mixture into the beef mixture and stir to combine. Cook until liquid is nearly gone, likely about 5 minutes.
Step 3: Remove from heat and add the provolone cheese to the top of the ground beef mixture and let melt.
Step 4: Dip mixture and place onto hamburger buns. Enjoy!
Recipe FAQs
Yes! You can prepare the beef mixture a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Reheat on the stovetop and assemble just before serving for a quick weeknight meal.
Absolutely! Ground turkey or chicken can be used for a leaner version. You can also try chopped steak for a more authentic Philly cheesesteak feel.
Yes! Simply serve the sloppy joe mixture on gluten-free buns or sandwich thins. It's just as delicious. Be sure to check your Worcestershire sauce to ensure it's also gluten-free.
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Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Ingredients
- 1 lb 93% lean ground beef or leaner
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup beef broth
- 6 slices of provolone cheese
- 5 whole wheat hamburger buns
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the lean ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up. Once the beef is browned about halfway, stir in the onion and bell peppers. Finish cooking until beef is fully browned.
- Drain any excess grease as needed.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl mix the cornstarch and beef broth. Pour the mixture into the skillet with the beef mixture and stir to combine. Cook until the liquid cooks down most of the way.
- Remove from heat and add the provolone slices to the top, let melt. Spoon onto toasted buns and serve!
The FLAVOR!! Truly the best combo of two great meals.... philly cheesesteaks and sloppy joes! YUM!!! This is delicious!
One dish meals were made for me! So yummy too!!