Slow Cooker Philly Cheesesteaks Recipe

This crockpot Philly cheesesteak recipe captures the flavors of the classic Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. The juicy beef filling is slowly cooked to delicious perfection, setting this sandwich apart from the rest. Stuffed with bell peppers and melted cheese, it’s definitely one of the best slow cooker recipes to try. Perfect for an indulgent dinner and even on a game day with the boys!

It’s no secret that crockpots and slow cookers are the best tickets to easy weeknight dinners. Chicken, pork, and even seafood–they all benefit from the fantastic magic of a crockpot. In fact, just recently, I tried cooking steak in a crock pot. And I must say, my slow-cooked version of the well-loved Philly cheesesteak is incredibly mouthwatering.

My variation of the Philly cheesesteak tastes just as appetizing as it looks. The good news is, you don’t have to break the bank to make such a glorious dish. My crockpot Philly cheesesteak recipe relies on 1½ pounds of top sirloin, which is basically one of the cheapest yet oh-so-tender beef cuts. You can opt for another steak cut, though. But keep in mind that the best meat for Philly cheesesteaks is those with good marbling, especially when slow-cooked in the crockpot. You also have the option to make your crockpot steak sandwiches with roast beef.

You just know a sandwich would taste wonderful judging by the melted cheese resting atop the fillings. And for me, provolone cheese is the best option for my slow cooker Philly cheesesteak. American cheese and mozzarella also melt deliciously, so feel free to use them if you’re in a pinch. You can also opt for Cheez Whiz! Meanwhile, the combination of beef broth, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning intensifies the flavor of the steak. Others even add onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and onion soup mix to deliver a savory taste.

As for the toppings, I stayed loyal to the basics—onions and bell peppers. Some people, however, add sautéed mushrooms to their cheesesteak sandwiches. All of these mouthwatering fillings are stuffed in hoagie rolls. But if you want to mimic the authentic Philly cheese steak recipe, use Amoroso Rolls instead. Whichever rolls or buns you prefer, I suggest that you toast them before adding the fillings. If you do so, you don’t have to worry about your hoagie rolls turning soggy after being stuffed with the juicy beef, caramelized onions, and bell peppers.

When preparing the beef cut for my crockpot Philly cheesesteak recipe, I made sure it was sliced into 1-inch strips. After all, the original version is made with shaved steak. And to be honest, shaving the meat very thinly is the trickiest part of making homemade Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. If you want to skip such an intricate process, it’s better to ask the butcher at the meat shop to thinly slice the steak for you.

Making Philly cheesesteak in the crockpot is super easy. First, I combined the beef broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl. I then nestled the beef and veggies in my slow cooker, followed by the broth mixture. Then, I just let my crockpot do its job for 6 hours. Before the pile of flavorful beef and caramelized veggies went on the hoagie rolls, I toasted the bread in the oven— with two slices of cheese in between. By the end, I was welcomed with deliciously-stuffed Philly cheesesteak sandwiches smothered with melted cheese. I usually serve them with french fries or pasta salad, especially when I’m having some friends over.