Here’s a detailed, easy Philly Cheesesteak Casserole recipe with classic flavors—beef, peppers, onions, and melty cheese—baked into a comforting one-dish meal.
🧀 Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
⏱ Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Cook: 30–35 minutes
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Total: ~50 minutes
🍽 Servings
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4–6 servings
🛒 Ingredients
Main
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or thinly sliced steak)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 medium onion, sliced
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1 green bell pepper, sliced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Creamy Base
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1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
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4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
Cheese
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1½ cups shredded provolone or mozzarella
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½ cup shredded cheddar (optional)
Optional Add-ins
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1 cup cooked pasta or rice (for a heartier casserole)
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Sautéed mushrooms
🔪 Directions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish.
2. Cook the Beef
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
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Drain excess fat if needed.
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Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
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Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables
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In the same skillet, add onion and bell peppers.
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Cook for 5–7 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
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Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Make It Creamy
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Lower heat to medium-low.
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Add cream cheese and heavy cream to the skillet.
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Stir until smooth and creamy.
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Return cooked beef to the skillet and mix well.
5. Assemble the Casserole
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
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Stir in cooked pasta or rice if using.
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Sprinkle provolone/mozzarella and cheddar evenly on top.
6. Bake
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Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
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Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra browning.
7. Serve
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Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Serve hot with a simple salad or garlic bread.
✅ Tips & Variations
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Low-carb: Skip pasta/rice and add extra peppers
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Classic Philly flavor: Use provolone only
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Spicy: Add sliced jalapeños or red pepper flakes
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Extra juicy: Use shaved ribeye instead of ground beef