Here’s a rich, cheesy Philly Cheesesteak Casserole—all the flavors of the classic sandwich baked into an easy, scoopable comfort dish.
🧀 Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or thinly sliced steak for a more authentic version)
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced or diced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional but classic)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Cheese layer:
- 6–8 slices provolone cheese (or mozzarella + provolone mix)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional extra melt factor)
Optional base (for heartier casserole):
- 1–2 cups cooked egg noodles, rice, or diced potatoes
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat oven
Set to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish.
2. Cook the filling
Heat oil in a large skillet.
Sauté onions, peppers, and mushrooms until soft and slightly caramelized. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Add ground beef (or steak) and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
3. (Optional base layer)
Spread cooked noodles, rice, or potatoes in the casserole dish for a more filling version.
4. Assemble
Add the meat and veggie mixture evenly over the base.
Lay provolone slices across the top (cover everything for that cheesy melt).
5. Bake
Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
For extra browning, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
- Serve with toasted hoagie rolls (turn it into scoopable sandwiches)
- Add hot sauce or banana peppers for heat
- Pair with a simple salad or fries for a full diner-style meal
🔥 Variations:
- Chicken Philly version: swap beef for sliced chicken breast
- Low-carb: skip the base layer entirely
- Extra cheesy: add a cheese sauce layer under the provolone
- Spicy: add jalapeños or pepper jack cheese
If you want, I can also turn this into a slow cooker Philly cheesesteak or a stuffed bread loaf version.