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Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes blend the traditional flavors of a classic cheesesteak with the comforting, messy joy of sloppy joes, perfect for any occasion from weeknight dinners to game day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef or ground sirloin for a more traditional flavor
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth or low-sodium broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or brown mustard
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened optional for extra creaminess
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded provolone cheese or thin-sliced provolone
  • 4-6 sturdy sandwich rolls or hoagie rolls, toasted
  • to taste Butter for toasting rolls optional
  • Optional garnish: chopped parsley or sliced pickles

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and green pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Push the veggies to the side and add the ground beef to the center of the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and brown until no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir the garlic into the beef and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together.
  4. Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and beef broth. Stir to combine and scrape up any brown bits from the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally. Adjust simmering time for desired sauce thickness.
  6. Turn off the heat and stir in cream cheese (if using) until melted and smooth. Fold in 1 cup shredded provolone until melty and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Toast rolls with a little butter in a separate pan for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  8. Spoon a generous portion of the cheesesteak mixture into each toasted roll and top with extra provolone slices if desired.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or pickles if using.

Notes

For extra depth, brown the beef well—those browned bits add real flavor. Consider deglazing with a splash of broth or beer for another layer of flavor. You can substitute for various dietary preferences, such as low-carb, vegan, gluten-free, and healthier swaps as mentioned in the article.