A simple, family-friendly take on the classic Philly cheesesteak made with flavorful ground beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and melty cheese—ideal for quick lunches or dinners that everyone will love.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Kid-approved flavor – Gooey cheese, tender beef, and soft rolls make this a hit even with picky eaters allrecipes.com+15easyfamilyrecipes.com+15mealplanaddict.com+15.
One-pan ease – Brown ground beef and veggies, melt the cheese, and assemble—all in a skillet chocolatewithgrace.com+1youmakeitsimple.com+1.
Budget-friendly – Uses affordable ground beef instead of expensive steak cuts, without sacrificing flavor facebook.com+9easyfamilyrecipes.com+9facebook.com+9.
Meal‑prep ready – Filling can be made ahead, portioned, and reheated for quick sandwiches or wraps .

ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

Ground beef (80/20 or leaner, as desired)
Bell pepper(s), sliced or diced
Onion, sliced or diced
Seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic powder (and/or steak seasoning)
Cheese: provolone (or Cheddar‑jack, mozzarella)
Hoagie rolls or buns
Optional: Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese or milk for extra creaminess facebook.com+15chocolatewithgrace.com+15fooddolls.com+15meganvskitchen.comcookingwiththecowboy.combonappetit.com+3easyfamilyrecipes.com+3meganvskitchen.com+3

directions

Cook beef and veggies – In a large skillet, brown ground beef. Drain fat, then sauté onions and peppers until tender .
Season & blend – Stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper (or steak seasoning), and Worcestershire sauce. For a creamier mix, add cream cheese or milk and stir until combined .
Add cheese – Reduce heat, layer provolone (or other cheese) over the mixture, cover, and let it melt (~2–5 minutes) .
Assemble sandwiches – Spoon cheesy beef into rolls. Optionally top with extra cheese; broil or bake briefly until melted and buns are warmed easyfamilyrecipes.com.
Serve – Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot with chips, pickles, or salad.

Servings and timing

Yield: 4–6 sandwiches (depending on roll size) meganvskitchen.com
Prep time: ~10 minutes (including chopping)
Cook time: ~15–20 minutes
Total time: ~25–35 minutes

Variations

Sliders – Serve on small rolls; bake sandwiches in an oven pan for easy party servings easyfamilyrecipes.com+1bhg.com+1.
One‑pan skillet – Omit rolls and serve mixture over rice, cauliflower rice, or stuffed peppers munchinwithmaddie.blog.
Spicy twist – Add jalapeños or hot pepper flakes for extra heat .
Cheese options – Swap in Cheddar‑jack, mozzarella, or cream cheese for varied flavor and texture .

storage/reheating

Make‑ahead – Prepare beef mixture ahead and refrigerate up to 2 days (freeze up to 3 months); reheat before assembling meganvskitchen.com.
Leftovers – Store filling in an airtight container for 3–5 days. Reheat on stovetop or in microwave; toast rolls before serving .

FAQs

1. Can I use lean ground beef?

Yes—both 80/20 and leaner beef work; leaner beef may need a splash of broth or milk to add moisture bottomleftofthemitten.com+1facebook.com+1.

2. Should I drain the fat?

Yes—draining excess fat prevents a greasy sandwich and allows cheese and seasonings to shine mealplanaddict.com+6easyfamilyrecipes.com+6fooddolls.com+6.

3. What cheese melts best?

Provolone is classic; Cheddar‑jack or mozzarella are great too. Cream cheese added to the mix creates extra creaminess fooddolls.com+2easyfamilyrecipes.com+2facebook.com+2.

4. Can I make it ahead?

Absolutely—cook the filling in advance and reheat when needed; cheese can be melted fresh or ahead of time easyfamilyrecipes.com+1fooddolls.com+1.

5. How do I prevent soggy rolls?

Toast or steam rolls and drain the meat slightly before filling. A smear of mayo helps form a moisture barrier fooddolls.com+1easyfamilyrecipes.com+1.

6. Can I add mushrooms?

Yes—sautéed mushrooms are a popular addition for extra umami .

7. Is it freezer‑friendly?

Yes—freeze the filling for up to 3 months; thaw overnight, reheat, then assemble in fresh rolls fooddolls.com+4meganvskitchen.com+4chocolatewithgrace.com+4.

8. What rolls should I use?

Hoagie rolls or French baguettes work best. Slider rolls are great for parties bhg.com+5easyfamilyrecipes.com+5chocolatewithgrace.com+5.

9. How can I spice it up?

Add diced jalapeños, hot pepper flakes, or use spicy cheese to turn up the heat en.wikipedia.org.

10. Can I skip the bread?

Yes—serve the filling over rice, in wraps, on salads, or as a bowl meal .

Conclusion

This Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak recipe delivers all the satisfying flavor of the classic double beef version in a simpler, kid-friendly, and more affordable format. Ready in under 40 minutes with options for make-ahead or freezer meals, it’s a go-to for any lunch, dinner, or casual get-together.