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Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

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Polly Conner
By: Polly ConnerPosted: 6/29/24Updated: 1/1/23

Craving a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than these Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches. Made with a savory ground beef filling and melted cheese that is nestled between two slices of perfectly toasted sourdough bread, these sandwiches are a delightful twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak.

Ground beef Philly cheesesteaks cut in half and stacked up on a plate with bowls of pickle spears and chips in the background. this …


 
Table of Contents
  • Why You’ll Love this Recipe
  • Ingredients
  • How to Make Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
  • Can I Freeze Ground Beef Sandwiches?
  • Side Dish Ideas
  • Recipe FAQs
  • Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

  • Easy – A simple filling is cooked on the stovetop. Then use the same pan to toast up the sandwiches.
  • Freezer Friendly – Simply cook up the ground beef and freeze it for future sandwich making.
  • Kid-Friendly – Since it closely resembles a grilled cheese, kids are more likely to try them.
  • Quick – This meal can be done in 30 minutes.

Serve these up with potato chips, Steak Fries, or veggies like our Roasted Vegetable Hash or Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts.

Ground beef Philly cheesesteaks cut in half and served on a wooden cutting board with bowls of pickle spears and chips.

Ingredients

Here are the main ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe.

Ground beef philly cheesesteak ingredients measured out and labeled.

Ingredient Notes:

  • Green bell pepper, onion, portobello mushrooms – dice them the same size to keep them from overpowering
  • Lean ground beef – Here’s where we get our grass-fed beef.
  • Provolone cheese – sub your favorite cheese.

How to Make Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Make the Filling

In a large saute pan, saute bell peppers, onions and mushrooms until they begin to soften, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook about 30-60 more seconds. Season the veggies lightly with salt and pepper and then set aside.

Small piles of diced onion, green pepper, and mushrooms in a skillet ready to be sauted.
Sauted green pepper, onion, and mushrooms in a skillet.

Add the ground beef to the same saute pan and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula along the way, until there is no longer any pink showing. While it cooks, season the meat and then drain any excess grease. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and the cooked veggies until everything is combined.

Ground beef sauteing in a skillet.
Cooked ground beef and sauted veggies in a skillet ready to be mixed together for ground beef Philly cheesesteaks.

Build the Sandwiches

Wipe the saute pan clean. Lay the bread slices on a cutting board and butter one side of each piece of bread. Then lay them butter side down. On the inside of one piece of bread, place a slice of cheese, scoop about 1/3 cup of the beef mixture on top of that, top with another slice of cheese, and place another piece of bread on top (butter side up).

Slices of bread lined up on a cutting board, half with butter, and the other half with provolone slices on them.
Slices of bread lined up on a cutting board, half of them with provolone slices and a ground beef mixture to make ground beef Philly cheesesteaks.
Slices of bread lined up on a cutting board, half of them with provolone cheese, ground beef mixture and more provolone cheese on top ready to be toasted ground beef Philly cheesesteaks.

Grill the Sandwiches

Place the saute pan over medium heat. Grill each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, until the outside is browned and cheese is melted.

Ground beef Philly cheesesteaks assembled and ready to be toasted.
Two ground beef Philly cheesesteaks being toasted in a skillet.

Serve & Enjoy!

Serve it warm with some fruits and veggies and enjoy a smile like this one!

Ground beef philly cheesesteaks

Can I Freeze Ground Beef Sandwiches?

You bet! I would advise freezing them as a kit.

To Freeze For Later: Follow instructions through Step 3. Place the cooled meat/veggie mixture in a freezer bag and seal. Freeze the meat, cheese slices, and bread together as a meal kit.

To Prepare From Frozen: Thaw the meat kit components in the refrigerator overnight. Follow Steps 4-5.

Ground beef Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches prepped for the freezer with the ground beef mixture in a freezer-safe container and the bread and cheese slices in freezer bags.

Side Dish Ideas

You can also serve veggie sticks with Creamy Southwest Ranch Sauce or Simple Blender Hummus.

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Recipe FAQs

Can I use another cheese instead of Provolone?

Yes! We’ve had it with Pepper Jack and it’s delicious. I’m sure your favorite cheese will taste yummy too!

What cook surfaces can I use?

Besides a skillet, you can use a griddle, or a panini press.

Do I have to grill the sandwich?

We think it makes the sandwich, but you could certainly use the ground beef mixture on a hoagie roll or something without toasting.

Can I leave out the mushrooms?

Sure, just add a little more onion and pepper to make up the difference.

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Ground beef Philly cheesesteaks cut in half and lined up on a wooden cutting board with bowls of chips and pickles on the side.
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Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches

Easy dinner idea that doesn’t take long to make and makes for great leftovers later.

Yield: 6 grilled sandwiches 1x
Prep: 5 minutesCook: 25 minutesTotal: 30 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1–2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced onion (about 1/2 of a medium onion)
  • 1/2 cup diced portobello mushrooms
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (Here’s where we get our grass-fed beef.)
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 6 tablespoons softened butter
  • 12 slices Provolone cheese
  • 12 slices sourdough bread

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Instructions

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  1. Make the Filling: In a large saute pan, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Saute bell peppers, onions and mushrooms until they begin to soften, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook about 30-60 more seconds. Season the veggies lightly with salt and pepper and then set aside.
  2. Add the ground beef to the same saute pan and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula along the way, until there is no longer any pink showing. While it cooks, season the meat with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and the cooked veggies until everything is combined. (Freezing instructions begin here.) Set filling aside. 
  4. Build the Sandwiches:Wipe the saute pan clean. Lay the bread slices on a cutting board and butter one side of each piece of bread. Then lay them butter side down. On the inside of one piece of bread, place a slice of cheese, scoop about 1/3 cup of the beef mixture on top of that, top with another slice of cheese, and place another piece of bread on top (butter side up).
  5. Grill the Sandwiches: Place the saute pan over medium heat. Grill each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, until the outside is browned and cheese is melted.

Freeze For Later: Follow instructions through Step 3. Place the cooled meat/veggie mixture in a freezer bag and seal. Freeze the meat, cheese slices, and bread together as a meal kit.

Prepare From Frozen: Thaw the meat kit components in the refrigerator overnight. Follow Steps 4-5.


Notes/Tips

  • This recipe makes about 3 cups of filling. I use about 1/3 cup per sandwich. 
  • If you like mushrooms, you can go heavier on those. 
© Author: Polly Conner
Cuisine: American Method: Stove top

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As co-founder of Thriving Home, Polly’s passionate about helping busy parents get dinner on the table. With a house full of kids, dogs, and (usually) a DIY project in the works, she knows firsthand how every minute (and every dollar) counts. As a business owner, she enjoys wearing multiple hats and serves best as a project manager for Thriving Home.

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  1. Amanda says

    Posted on 9/24/25 at 12:58 pm

    Everyone in our family (65, 61, 39, 39, 14, 11, and 7 year old) ate it and enjoyed it! The kids said to add it to our monthly recipe rotation.

    Reply
    • Carla from Thriving HomeCarla from Thriving Home says

      Posted on 9/24/25 at 5:15 pm

      So glad all ages enjoyed this recipe Amanda. It’s one my family was a bit surprised to fall in love with! Thanks for leaving a review.

      Reply
  2. Stephanie says

    Posted on 9/15/25 at 2:17 pm

    I made sub rolls instead of toasted bread and the family LOVED it! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Carla from Thriving HomeCarla from Thriving Home says

      Posted on 9/15/25 at 2:52 pm

      Sounds delicious Stephanie! Thanks for leaving a review.

      Reply
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