If you love the bold, savory flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak but want something faster, cheaper, and family-friendly, these Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes are about to become your new go-to dinner.
Made with juicy ground beef, tender onions and peppers, a savory A-1 infused sauce, and finished with melted provolone on toasted buns, this recipe delivers big comfort with minimal effort.
One pan. Simple ingredients. Ready in 30 minutes. What’s not to love?
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One-pan meal — easy cooking and easy cleanup
- Cheaper than traditional cheesesteaks but just as flavorful
- Kid-friendly, fast, and customizable
- Perfect for weeknights, game day, or casual entertaining
🧅 Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup beef broth
- ¼ cup A.1. Sauce
- 1 tsp steak seasoning
- Provolone cheese, sliced
- Hamburger buns (or sliders, brioche buns, etc.)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Beef & Veggies
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and crumble the ground beef with the onion, green pepper, and salt.
Cook until the beef is no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
2. Thicken the Mixture
Sprinkle the cornstarch over the cooked beef mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
3. Add Liquids & Simmer
Pour in the beef broth, A-1 sauce, and steak seasoning.
Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
(It will continue to thicken as it cools slightly.)
4. Toast the Buns
While the meat simmers, set your oven to broil.
Place buns on a baking sheet and butter each one lightly.
Broil just until golden — watch closely so they don’t burn.
5. Add the Cheese
Use a slotted spoon to scoop the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns.
Place a slice of provolone on the top buns and return them to the oven to melt.
6. Assemble & Serve
Place the cheesy top bun over the meat-filled bottom bun.
Serve warm and enjoy every messy, delicious bite!
💡 Tips & Variations
- Make it spicy: Add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- Use different cheese: White American or mozzarella melt beautifully too.
- Make it lighter: Substitute ground turkey or chicken.
- Slider-style: Perfect for parties or game day on mini buns.
❤️ Final Thoughts
These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes combine all the best parts of two comfort food classics — and they do it in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re feeding hungry kids or hosting friends for game night, this is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
