This Philly cheesesteak sandwich is easy to make with thinly-sliced ribeye steak on toasted hoagie rolls then topped with melted provolone and sautéed onions and peppers.
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
If you’re looking for a hearty sandwich that tastes out of this world, this easy Philly cheesesteak is the one! It’s perfect for feeding a crowd and we love to serve it for quick weeknight dinners in rotation with easy meatball subs or French dip sandwiches!
Philly cheesesteaks are what I think of when someone says, ‘comfort food’. Toasted crusty hoagie rolls filled with thinly sliced steak, melty cheese, and sauteed veggies, it’s pure happiness. Plus, making them at home is so easy!
Ingredient Notes
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- Beef: We used ribeye steak which is a tender and juicy cut of meat from the rib area. It will need to thinly sliced or if you can find it pre-sliced even better.
- Vegetables: We kept it simple with just onions and bell peppers. Sometimes I’ll also cook a cup of mushrooms with the peppers.
- Cheese: An authentic Philly cheesesteak has American cheese (or cheese whiz) on top. I prefer provolone cheese slices. If you’d like to make a Philly cheesesteak sauce to pour on top, try this nacho cheese sauce without the cayenne.
- Hoagie Rolls: These rolls are perfect as they’re long, flat, and crusty and can hold up to the beef and toppings without falling apart.
- Seasoning and Oil: We went traditional by using just salt, pepper, olive oil, and butter.
How to Make Philly Cheesesteak
- Prep meat and vegetables. Season the steak slices and let them rest while you slice and cook the onions and peppers.
- Cook vegetables. Cook the onions and peppers until tender. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Cook steak. Cook steak slices in butter until no longer pink. Return the vegetables to the pan and toss to combine.
- Serve. Remove the pan from the heat, top the meat with cheese and let it melt. Divide the mixture between the hoagie rolls and enjoy!
Tips for Success
- Slicing the beef. Freeze the meat for 20 minutes before slicing it. It will be firmer and easier to cut into thin slices. You could also ask your butcher to slice it for you.
- Marinate the steak. You can try using an easy steak marinade for added flavor.
- Add ins and toppings: Sauté some mushrooms along with the bell peppers. Top with condiments like mayo or horseradish.
- Toasting the rolls. We love to toast our hoagie rolls. Slice the roll 3/4 the way through and spread softened butter on top of the buns. You could also sprinkle a little garlic powder on top. Place in a toaster oven or broil in oven for 1 minute.
- Serving: Serve this easy Philly cheesesteak recipe with homemade French fries, or baked sweet potato fries for a comforting meal!
Craving more sandwiches? Try a tuna melt or a delicious grilled Caprese sandwich.
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Easy Philly Cheesesteak
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ribeye steak , sliced into very thin strips
- ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion , sliced
- 1-2 bell peppers , sliced (optional)
- 4 slices provolone cheese , see notes
- 4 Hoagie rolls , see notes for toasting
- 1-2 Tablespoons salted butter
Instructions
- Season the steak slices with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Let rest 5 minutes.
- In a large frying pan, heat 1 Tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add one sliced yellow onions and 1-2 bell peppers, if desired. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Add 1-2 Tablespoons butter and steak slices to the pan. Sauté about 3 minutes, or until the beef is no longer pink. Return the vegetables to the pan and toss to combine. Season to taste.
- Remove from heat. Place the cheese on top of the hot meat and let sit until melted.
- Divide the mixture unto 4 hoagie buns. Serve while hot!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Recipe FAQs
These sandwiches started as street food on the East Coast when local Philadelphia hot dog stand owner Pat Olivieri wanted something different than a hot dog! The original recipe contained thinly sliced pieces of ribeye steak and melted cheese whiz piled onto a toasted hoagie roll and topped with caramelized onions. It took off in popularity and has become a beloved street food favorite!
Ribeye steak works really well when making a Philly cheesesteak because it remains juicy and full of flavor when cooked. If you can’t find rib eye, you can use top sirloin or skirt steak. These cuts of meat have less fat marbling in them, so be careful you don’t overcook them.
A popular choice is provolone cheese because it always melts so well! Traditional Philly cheesesteaks have one or more cheeses including provolone, American cheese, and Cheez Whiz. You can add any melty cheese you like!
Any leftover cooked meat and vegetables can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can also put the meat and vegetables into a freezer bag and store them in the freezer for up to one month. To reheat add a little butter to a skillet and reheat over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
Categorized as: 30 Minute Meals, 30 Minute Meals, American, Beef, Dinner, Nut-Free, Sandwiches, Stovetop
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
Made these for my husband and I for dinner tonight and they were so delicious! Definitely will be making again for us!
Glad they were a hit with you both! Thank you for your comment and review, Brandy :)
Seriously so easy and good! I love the added flavor of the steak marinade!
How fun! I just had a chees steak yesterday, but this one looks amazing!