Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

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Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yields: 4 sandwiches
(about 1 cup of beef mixture per sandwich)

Estimated Nutrition Facts (per serving — beef mixture + 1 sandwich bun):

  • Calories: ~460
  • Total Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 6g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Note: Based on 85% lean beef and a standard sandwich bun (~140 calories). Values vary slightly by brand.
Three beef sliders with glossy buns are arranged on a white plate, one slider showing a ground beef filling with chopped red and green peppers.

How To Make Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

Ingredients for sliders arranged on a marble surface, including buns, ground meat, cheese slices, chopped peppers, onion, garlic, sauces, and seasonings in separate bowls.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground sirloin)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced (optional for color)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • ¾ cup beef broth
  • 4 slices provolone cheese (or more if you want it extra cheesy)
  • 4 sandwich buns or hoagie rolls, toasted
A hand holding half of a sandwich with seasoned ground meat and diced peppers, with two whole sandwiches on a white plate in the background.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Brown the meat:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink.

Drain excess fat if needed.

  • Raw ground beef in a frying pan, with a plate of slider buns and a measuring cup of liquid on a marble countertop.
  • A frying pan with cooked ground beef and a wooden spoon sits on a marble surface, with a plate of buns and a glass of liquid nearby.
  • A skillet filled with cooked ground beef sits on a marble surface, with a plate of brioche buns and a glass of drink nearby.

2. Sauté veggies:

Add the bell peppers to the beef.

  • A skillet with cooked ground beef sits on a marble surface. A bowl of chopped red bell peppers is held above the skillet, ready to be added. Nearby are burger buns and a measuring cup with liquid.
  • A hand holds a bowl of chopped green bell peppers above a skillet with cooked ground beef and chopped red peppers on a marble countertop. Buns and a drink are in the background.
  • A skillet with cooked ground beef topped with chopped red and green bell peppers, next to a plate of bread rolls and a cup of dark liquid on a marble surface.

Cook 4–5 minutes until softened.

A skillet with cooked ground beef, green and red bell peppers. Plate with bread rolls and a glass of dark liquid are on a marble countertop.

Stir in the onion and garlic and cook another minute.

  • A bowl of chopped onions is held above a skillet with cooked ground beef and diced red and green bell peppers. Buns and a drink are in the background.
  • A skillet with cooked ground beef, chopped green and red bell peppers, and chopped onions, with a bowl of minced garlic being added. A plate of buns and a drink are in the background.
  • A frying pan with cooked ground beef, chopped red and green bell peppers, topped with diced onions and minced garlic on a marble countertop. Bread rolls and a glass of sauce are nearby.
  • A skillet filled with cooked ground beef, chopped green and red bell peppers, and onions sits on a marble surface next to a plate of bread rolls and a glass of dark liquid.

3. Add flavor:

Stir in Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, and pepper.

  • A skillet with ground beef, chopped bell peppers, and onions on a marble surface. A glass with dark liquid is being poured into the skillet. A plate of buns and a drink are nearby.
  • A skillet with cooked ground beef, green and red bell peppers, and onions is on a marble surface. A hand holds a bowl of ketchup above the skillet. Rolls and a drink are in the background.
  • A frying pan contains cooked ground beef mixed with diced red and green bell peppers and onions, topped with ketchup. A plate of bread rolls and a glass of dark liquid are nearby.
  • A skillet with cooked ground beef, diced onions, and bell peppers, topped with ketchup, salt, and pepper, sits on a marble surface near a plate of buns and a cup of liquid.

4. Thicken it:

Sprinkle the flour over the mixture, stir well, and cook for 1 minute.

  • A skillet with cooked ground meat and chopped vegetables, a small bowl of flour held above it, with bread rolls and a drink in the background.
  • A skillet filled with browned ground beef, diced green and red bell peppers, onions, and a layer of white flour on top. A plate of buns and a glass of dark liquid are nearby.
  • A skillet filled with cooked ground beef, chopped green and red bell peppers, and onions sits on a marble countertop with a plate of sandwich buns nearby.

Then slowly stir in the beef broth.

  • A glass of brown liquid is held above a skillet filled with cooked ground beef and chopped vegetables; a plate of bread rolls is in the background.
  • A measuring cup with brown liquid is being poured into a skillet of ground beef and chopped vegetables, with a plate of bread rolls nearby.

Simmer for 3–5 minutes, until thickened.

A skillet filled with cooked ground beef, diced green and red bell peppers, and onions sits on a marble countertop; a plate with two buns is in the corner.

5. Make it cheesy:

Lay provolone slices over the beef mixture and let melt.

A skillet filled with cooked ground meat, diced vegetables, and four slices of cheese on top, with a plate of sandwich buns in the background.

Stir until creamy and combined.

A skillet filled with a cooked mixture of ground meat, diced green and red bell peppers, and onions on a marble countertop.

6. Assemble:

Spoon onto toasted buns and serve hot.

Three sloppy joe sandwiches with ground meat and diced peppers filling are on a white plate, with one additional sandwich on the marble surface beside the plate.

FAQ:

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: Yes! The beef mixture can be made up to 2 days in advance.

Reheat on the stove or microwave before serving.

Q: Can I freeze the beef mixture?

A: Absolutely.

Let it cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

Thaw and reheat before serving.

Q: What can I use instead of provolone cheese?

A: Mozzarella, white American, or Swiss work well.

For more flavor, try sharp cheddar.

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

A: Yes, though the flavor will be lighter.

Consider adding a splash of soy sauce or extra Worcestershire to boost umami.

Q: Are the bell peppers necessary?

A: They add texture and a Philly-style flavor, but you can skip them or use only green for a more traditional take.

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Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

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Three sloppy joe sliders with ground beef, green and red peppers, and onions, served on a white plate with more sliders in the background.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground sirloin
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper diced
  • 1 small red bell pepper diced (optional for color)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • ¾ cup beef broth
  • 4 slices provolone cheese or more if you want it extra cheesy
  • 4 sandwich buns or hoagie rolls toasted

Instructions

  • Brown the meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
  • Sauté veggies: Add the bell peppers to the beef. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in the bell peppers and garlic and cook another minute.
  • Add flavor: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, and pepper.
  • Thicken it: Sprinkle the flour over the mixture, stir well, and cook for 1 minute. Then slowly stir in the beef broth. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, until thickened.
  • Make it cheesy: Lay provolone slices over the beef mixture and let melt. Stir until creamy and combined.
  • Assemble: Spoon onto toasted buns and serve hot.
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 460kcal
Three filled sliders are stacked on a white plate, with a cutting board of plain baked rolls and a glass bowl in the background on a marble surface.

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