Description
Sizzling Philly steak & cheese skillet brings hearty comfort from Philadelphia’s iconic street food right to home kitchens. Melted cheese, tender beef strips, and caramelized peppers create a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (0.45 kg) thinly sliced ribeye steak (or sirloin), cut into strips
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 6–8 slices provolone cheese
Vegetables:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
Seasonings and Fats:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate thinly sliced beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
- Fire up a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle with olive oil, and sear the seasoned meat until edges caramelize and develop a rich golden-brown color.
- Transfer the browned meat to a temporary plate, keeping the flavorful skillet drippings intact.
- In the identical skillet, melt butter and introduce diced onions and bell peppers, sautéing until they become translucent and slightly charred.
- Incorporate sliced mushrooms, allowing them to release their earthy moisture and develop a tender texture.
- Sprinkle minced garlic into the vegetable mixture, stirring quickly to prevent burning and release aromatic flavors.
- Reintroduce the seared meat to the vegetable medley, splashing Worcestershire sauce and Italian seasoning for depth and complexity.
- Gently fold ingredients together, ensuring even distribution of seasonings and creating a harmonious blend.
- Reduce heat and strategically layer provolone cheese slices across the skillet’s surface.
- Cover with a tight-fitting lid, allowing cheese to melt luxuriously and envelop the meat and vegetables.
- Once cheese transforms into a velvety blanket, remove from heat and optionally garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve directly from the skillet, accompanied by crusty rolls for an authentic Philly-inspired dining experience.
Notes
- Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Choose a well-marbled cut like ribeye or sirloin for richer flavor and juiciness.
- Pat meat dry before seasoning to ensure proper browning and crispy edges.
- Use high-heat neutral oil like avocado or grapeseed for better searing results.
- For a lighter version, swap beef with lean chicken or turkey strips.
- Add extra heat with red pepper flakes or sliced jalapeños for spice lovers.
- Gluten-free option: Use corn tortillas or serve over cauliflower rice instead of rolls.
- Quick meal prep tip: Slice and season meat the night before for faster cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg