Description
Philly Cheesesteak Skillet brings all the classic sandwich flavors straight to my cast-iron pan with ground beef instead of traditional slices. Melted provolone, caramelized onions, and bell peppers make this quick dinner a total crowd-pleaser that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Supporting Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 12-inch skillet at medium-high temperature (375°F). Slice 1 green and 1 red bell pepper into thin strips, along with 1 small onion. Sauté vegetables for 4-5 minutes until they soften and develop slight caramelization.
- Mince 2 garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Transfer vegetables to a separate plate, keeping them warm. Return skillet to heat and add 1 pound ground beef. Break meat into small crumbles while cooking for 6-7 minutes until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Drain excess fat from the beef using a slotted spoon or paper towels. This removes unnecessary grease from your dish.
- Reintroduce sautéed vegetables to the skillet with the ground beef. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce over the mixture.
- Stir ingredients thoroughly, ensuring even seasoning distribution. Cook for 1-2 minutes at medium heat to blend flavors.
- Arrange 6 provolone cheese slices evenly across the skillet surface. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts completely.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added color and brightness. Serve immediately while hot and cheese is gooey.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best flavor and even heat distribution when cooking this ground beef version of a Philly cheesesteak.
- Drain the beef thoroughly to prevent a greasy dish and ensure the meat browns nicely instead of steaming.
- For a lower-carb option, serve the skillet over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional bread.
- Choose provolone or swap with white American cheese for an authentic Philly cheesesteak taste that melts perfectly over the seasoned beef mixture.
- Prep Time: 5-6 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-9 minutes
- Category: One-Skillet
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 544 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg