If you’re hunting for a quick, satisfying meal that the whole family will love, ground beef Philly cheesesteaks are a must-try! These sandwiches are packed with flavors, thanks to the juicy ground beef, sautéed onions, and bell peppers. Plus, they’re topped with gooey provolone cheese, all neatly wrapped in a toasty hoagie roll. It’s pure comfort food that’s easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. For another mouthwatering idea, check out our breakfast pizza recipe .
Why you’ll love this recipe
You’ll fall head over heels for this dish because it’s simple and quick to prepare. The robust taste of ground beef Philly cheesesteaks makes everyone happy. You only need one pan, which means easier cleanup. And for those picky eaters in the family, the option to customize with mushrooms or even a splash of hot sauce makes it even better.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 4 hoagie rolls
- Olive oil, for cooking
Step-by-step instructions
In a large skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil and heat over medium-high. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are tender. If using, add mushrooms and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef to the pan. Break apart and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together properly for about 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low. Place a slice of cheese over the beef mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes. While the cheese is melting, slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Once the cheese has melted, spoon the beef and vegetable mixture into each roll. Optionally, toast the rolls for added texture before serving.
Recipe tips & variations
To add some zing, try a dash of hot sauce in the beef mixture. If you’re a mushroom lover, make sure to add them for a richer taste. For an extra crispy touch, toast the hoagie rolls before filling them. This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or even some crispy breakfast potatoes .
Storage & reheating
If you have leftovers—or just want to prep ahead—store the beef and vegetable mixture separately from the rolls in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to 3 days. To reheat, just warm the beef mixture in a skillet until heated through, then recreate your sandwiches.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Absolutely! While provolone is classic, you could swap in mozzarella or even cheddar if you prefer.
Can this be made ahead of time?
Yes, the filling can be prepared in advance and reheated when you’re ready to assemble the sandwiches.
Is there a vegetarian version?
You can easily switch the ground beef for chopped portobello mushrooms or a plant-based meat substitute and enjoy the same delicious flavors.
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Here are some more dishes perfect for combining with or following up our cheesesteaks: start your day with crescent roll breakfast recipes for a delightful blend of flavors and textures, or savor the crispy results of our easy breakfast potatoes .
Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteaks
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A quick and satisfying meal for the whole family featuring ground beef, sautéed onions, and bell peppers, topped with provolone cheese in a hoagie roll.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 4 hoagie rolls
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil and heat over medium-high.
- Add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they are tender.
- If using, add mushrooms and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef to the pan. Break apart and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together properly for about 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low. Place a slice of cheese over the beef mixture.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
- While the cheese is melting, slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- Once the cheese has melted, spoon the beef and vegetable mixture into each roll.
- Optionally, toast the rolls for added texture before serving.
Notes
- To add some zing, try a dash of hot sauce in the beef mixture.
- If you’re a mushroom lover, make sure to add them for a richer taste.
- For an extra crispy touch, toast the hoagie rolls before filling them.
- This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or some crispy breakfast potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich