Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes (2024)

Published: April 17, 2015Updated: February 3, 2024Author: Amy

These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes are the best recipe mash-up where sloppy joes and Philly cheesesteak collide! Super quick, easy, and yummy for a family-friendly lunch or dinner, or enjoy on game day with friends.

Easy Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes Recipe

When it comes to cozy, comforting, quick and easy meals, you just can’t beat a sloppy joe. These messy sandwiches with a side of chips always hit the spot, anytime, all year round – and with just 20 minutes and barely any clean up, they’re always on stand-by at my house.

These Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes are a super delicious twist on my popular classic sloppy joes recipe, made with onion, bell peppers, onions, and cheese to mimic the flavors of a Philly cheesesteak. They are crazy yummy and loved by everyone!

Ingredients Needed

To make this simple sloppy joe recipe, you’ll need just a few ingredients and seasonings, plus burger buns.
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)

• Olive oil – For cooking the beef and veggies.
• Ground beef – I use lean ground beef to prevent excess grease.
• Vegetables – Onions, green bell pepper, and mushrooms add flavor and texture for a more substantial filling and help mimic a Philly cheesesteak.
• Seasonings – Salt, pepper, and taco seasoning (yep!) – see note below.
• Sauce – Beef broth, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce create a rich, tangy sauce.
• Cornstarch – Helps thicken the sauce.
• Cheese – Shredded sharp white cheddar or Monterey jack cheese.
• Hamburger buns– Or you can use slider buns for mini sandwiches.

How to Make Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

These easy Philly sloppy joe sandwiches are ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, weekend lunches, or game day with friends.
(Scroll down to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions and don’t miss the video below.)

1. Cook the veggies and beef. Warm the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion, peppers, and mushrooms; sauté until tender. Add in the beef and continue to cook, breaking it up into tiny crumbles and browning, for another few minutes. Drain off fat.
2. Add the sauce ingredients. Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk together the cornstarch and broth and add it in. Simmer for a few minutes until mixture thickens slightly.
3. Assemble the sloppy joes. Scoop some mixture onto buns, top with the cheese, and stick under the broiler for a minute until melted. (Alternatively, you can simply add the cheese in with the meat mixture and stir until combined and melted.) Serve warm and enjoy!

Video: Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes

Proper Storage

Once assembled, the sloppy joe sandwiches should be enjoyed immediately, as the bread will become soggy. But, you can definitely store the beef mixture.

• Fridge.Store leftover Philly sloppy joe mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Reheat.Reheat the beef mixture in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through, then assemble the sandwich and enjoy!
• Freeze.Make sure the cooked beef mixture is completely cooled, then add to freezer-safe containers (the entire batch or individual portions) and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.

More Must-Make Sandwiches:

• Italian Grinder Sub
• Oven Grilled Cheese
• Reuben Sandwich
• Dill Pickle Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese
• Chopped Cheeseburgers

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