30-Minute Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak Recipe
This 30-Minute Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak recipe offers a quick and delicious twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak by using ground beef and provolone cheese, blended with green bell peppers and onions, all served on toasted hoagie rolls. It’s a simple, hearty meal perfect for a weeknight dinner that delivers all the familiar flavors in a fraction of the time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound ground beef (90% lean)
- 8 oz provolone cheese
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Bread
- 4 hoagie rolls, 7” each (or 1 French baguette cut into 4 pieces)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) to prepare for toasting the sandwiches later.
- Cook Vegetables and Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, ground beef, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the beef is thoroughly browned.
- Prepare Bread: While the beef mixture cooks, slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise, or if using a baguette, cut it into four 4-inch pieces and slice each piece open. Arrange the bread halves on a baking sheet.
- Add Worcestershire Sauce and Cheese to Beef: Once the beef mixture is fully cooked, stir in the Worcestershire sauce until evenly distributed. Lay half of the provolone cheese slices over the beef mixture and reduce the heat to low. Allow the cheese to melt completely, approximately 2-3 minutes, then stir gently until combined.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Use tongs to evenly transfer the cheesy beef mixture onto the prepared bread halves on the baking sheet.
- Top and Bake: Place the remaining provolone cheese slices on top of each sandwich. Bake in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the rolls are lightly toasted.
Notes
- You can substitute provolone cheese with mozzarella or American cheese for different flavor profiles.
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease in the skillet.
- To make ahead, cook the beef mixture entirely, then assemble and bake just before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Keywords: Philly cheesesteak, ground beef sandwich, quick dinner, provolone cheese sandwich, easy skillet meal
