Description
This Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joes recipe is a delicious mashup of two classic American sandwiches, combining the rich, savory flavors of a Philly cheesesteak with the saucy, comforting texture of a sloppy joe. Made with seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, peppers, and mushrooms, all coated in a flavorful sauce and topped with melted provolone cheese, this easy 30-minute meal is perfect for weeknights!
Ingredients
- For the Meat Mixture:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 8 oz brown mushrooms, minced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup beef broth
- 6 oz provolone cheese, chopped
- For Serving:
- 6 brioche hamburger buns, toasted
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef:
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
- Remove the beef from the skillet, leaving any rendered fat behind.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- Add butter, diced onion, bell pepper, and minced mushrooms to the same skillet.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes without stirring to allow caramelization.
- Stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes until softened.
- Combine Beef and Vegetables:
- Return the browned beef to the skillet with the sautéed veggies.
- Stir to combine.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour into the skillet along with ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Melt the Cheese:
- Turn off the heat and add chopped provolone cheese to the skillet.
- Stir until melted and evenly mixed.
- Assemble the Sandwiches:
- Toast the brioche buns until lightly golden.
- Spoon generous portions of the Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joe mixture onto each bun.
- Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
- For Extra Flavor: Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, or a splash of hot sauce.
- Make it Spicy: Include sliced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Low-Carb Option: Serve over lettuce wraps instead of buns.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
