21 Meaty, Cheesy Recipes Inspired by Philly Cheesesteaks

The Philly Cheesesteak is as divisive as it is iconic. Where are you getting your sandwich from? Are you using American cheese or Provolone? No matter how you answer, one thing is undeniably true — the winning combination of beef, peppers, onions and cheese simply cannot be denied. Here, we've rounded up a collection of dishes inspired by the classic sandwich. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly dinner or epic game day snack, you'll find it with everything from cheesy pastas to stuffed breads. Of course, you can't enjoy Philly Cheesesteak-inspired foods without the real thing, too! Bobby's restaurant-worthy cheesesteak sandwich recipe is loaded with thinly sliced steak, caramelized onions, sauteed peppers and mushrooms and a velvety Provolone cheese sauce.

Pack all the flavors of your favorite sandwich into a cozy bowl of soup with this easy and delicious recipe. Cheddar and Provolone are melted into warm chicken broth, ensuring cheesy goodness in each bite! Hoagie roll croutons add a crunchy bite on top.

Tender slices of steak top a crisp crust along with sweet peppers, onions and a generous layer of gooey cheese. Baked until hot and bubbly, it’s a crowd-pleasing mashup that brings classic cheesesteak flavor to every slice.

Crispy on the outside and irresistibly melty inside, these eggrolls are stuffed with thinly sliced beef, sautéed peppers and onions and plenty of gooey cheese. It’s everything you love about a Philly cheesesteak wrapped up in a golden, crunch-packed bite.

Calling a truce to the great Philly cheesesteak debate, this garbage bread uses both Provolone and American cheese with thinly sliced beef and plenty of caramelized onions and peppers. Serve this bread as a hearty dinner or as a warming meal for an outdoor picnic. And, of course, it's sure to win as a game-day party dish!

We’ve turned the flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak into a 30-minute one-pan weeknight dinner with more veggies, less meat and added fiber and protein from chickpea pasta. We like the slight nuttiness of the chickpea pasta here, but you can use traditional pasta, too. The pickled cherry peppers add a bit of a kick, so feel free to scale them back a bit if you’re making this for someone with milder tastes.

These flaky empanadas are filled with all the fixin's of Philly's famous cheesesteaks. Just like the sandwiches, juicy beef, peppers and onions, and Provlone are in each bite! A spicy cheese sauce for dipping on the side is the winning touch — or you can skip it depending on which whiz camp you're in.

Trisha combines biscuit dough with roast beef, cheese and onion to make this pull-apart dish for a crowd. Serve it during the big game or for a fun family dish! Younger eaters will love pulling the bread apart and dipping it in ranch, while older adults will enjoy the familiar flavors.

Two game day foods come together in this twist on the Sloppy Joe! Ground beef is cooked with bell peppers and onions, using a bit of beef broth to keep the mixture on the sloppy side. Top with cheese and let it melt before adding the beef to a roll and topping with banana peppers.

While the battle rages on in Philly over who serves up the best cheesesteak sandwich, we’re certain that this mac and cheese mash-up will have everyone in agreement. American and Provolone cheese are both used in this dish, so there's no need to have to choose! Sweet peppers, beef and hoagie roll breadcrumbs makeup the rest of this Philly-inspired dish.

The iconic cheese steak is one of the most beloved sandwiches in America, so we didn't want to mess with it too much. All the classic flavors are here (including the gooey cheese sauce!) wrapped up in compact bread boxes (like bowls but square). They'd be perfect to serve at a tailgate party — or any day of the week, really.

Ree's secret for vegetarian cheesesteaks? Four varieties of mushrooms, which have a meaty texture that easily stands in for beef. All the classic cheesesteak fixin's, like bell peppers and spray cheese, can be found here as well.

Some things just belong together, like peanut butter and jelly. Or, in this case, like cheesesteaks and pizza! Katie takes the classic ingredients of both dishes to create one delicious mashup that comes together in under 40 minutes — faster than you can get delivery!

This is Ree's weeknight version of a cheesesteak, which she would whip up for her kids before sports games and practices. To cut down on time, use roast beef from the deli instead of cooking a steak. A homemade cheese sauce holds everything together!

Thinly shaved beef, sweet and hot peppers and two types of provolone (sharp for its nutty flavor and mild for its creaminess) turn an everyday weeknight pasta into something spectacular and packed with flavor. Pro tip? Put the steak in the freezer before cooking so it's easier to slice into strips.

Do hot dogs count as sandwiches? While opionions may be split, it's clear this hot dog was inspired by a sandwich! Hot dogs are smothered with onions, peppers and cheese sauce for a meal that's reminiscent of the classic Philly cheesesteak.

Your muffin tin can be used for so much more than just cupcakes! Here, they're the must-have equipment to make these portable cheesesteak bites. Roast beef, sharp Provolone and caramelized onions add the classic Philly cheesesteak flavor to these game day-worthy bites.

Fire up the grill! These tender beef kebabs, inspired by the iconic cheesesteak, include chunks of sweet onion, green bell pepper and mushrooms. We recommend serving them with a cheesy dipping sauce for true cheesesteak vibes.

When you think about it, there aren't a lot of differences between cheesesteaks and burgers. This dish combines the two seamlessly, sandwiching a beef patty between burger buns and adding onions, peppers and a giardiniera slaw. We went with American cheese, but you can swap for Provolone if that's your cheesesteak cheese of choice.

These are not your everyday potstickers! Filled with shaved beef, onion and cheese, they're a delightful mashup of two delicious dishes. Ming adds a pinch of ginger to the filling, which adds a subtle but unique flavor.