Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
These Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are so easy to make with a prep time of just 10 minutes! The ultimate game day or party appetizer or snack with the same flavors of the classic sandwich.
If you know anything about me, I love to throw a tailgate or football party and these Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are always one of my most requested recipes by family and friends. With a base of Hawaiian rolls, they are layered with shaved beef, lots of cheese, bell pepper, and onion. Baked until golden brown, they are cheesy and easy to serve to a crowd.
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When it comes to prepping for a big game, I love that I can layer these sandwiches in advance and keep them in the fridge. I bake them right before guests arrive so they are hot and delicious. Serve them with Nachos Supreme or Cheesy Pull Apart Bread for a menu that is sure to impress.
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Why You’ll Love this Recipe
- Affordable appetizer for any group. All of the ingredients are easy to find and won’t break the bank!
- Easy to prep in advance. Cook the filling and assemble the sandwiches for easy baking right before guests arrive.
- A winning recipe with all ages. Even picky eaters love these cheesy beef sliders!
Ingredients
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Sauce and Topping:
- Salted butter: Buttery goodness to top the rolls.
- Garlic powder: Adds a hint of garlic in each bite.
- Onion powder: Infuses sweet onion flavor that compliments the garlic nicely.
- Worcestershire sauce: Adds a hint of umami.
- Beef broth: Classic to any Philly Cheesesteak for rich flavor.
Sliders:
- King’s Hawaiian Rolls: The base of these sliders that holds them together.
- Shaved beef deli meat: Make sure it’s as thin as possible!
- Olive oil or butter: Adds rich goodness.
- Green bell pepper: Gives a fresh crunch!
- Diced onion: A classic combo for a Philly cheesesteak.
- Provolone cheese: Melty goodness for the sliders.
- Sesame seeds: Adds a crunch on top and nutty flavor.
Tools You’ll Need
- 13”x9” Baking Dish
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Mixing Bowl
- Bread Knife
- Medium Skillet
- Cutting Board
- Chef’s Knife
How to make Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- For the butter sauce, in a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Transfer 2 tablespoons of the butter sauce mixture to a separate small bowl and whisk with beef broth. Set both mixtures aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes until very soft and lightly caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the beef broth mixture into the skillet. Bring a boil. Add the shaved beef. Cook just 1 minute, breaking it up with a spatula until heated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice rolls in half horizontally (keep connected). Place bottom half in the prepared baking dish. Layer: half the provolone, the beef and veggie mixture, the remaining provolone, and top buns.
- Brush the butter mixture on top. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake 15 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5–8 minutes or until tops are golden and cheese is fully melted.
- Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm.
Expert Tips
- Ask for extra thin shaved beef at the store. This is key to a classic Philly Cheesesteak. I like to moisten the beef with some broth in a skillet for extra rich flavor.
- Cover with foil the first half of baking then uncover. This helps the cheese to melt evenly and then by uncovering you can also toast the buns perfectly!
- Make sure you keep the Hawaiian rolls connected when slicing. That’s the key to these sliders, you want to make sure the rolls stay intact to hold all of the fillings!
- Make the peppers and onions in advance for meal prep. You can easily saute those earlier and also make the beef too. Assemble the sandwich and hold in the fridge until you are ready to serve!
Storage
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes until warmed through.
These Philly Cheesesteak Sliders on Hawaiian rolls don’t freeze well. We recommend enjoying them fresh for the best flavors and textures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shaved beef, Hawaiian rolls, onions and peppers, provolone cheese, and a garlicky butter to brush on top makes for the perfect bite.
Hawaiian rolls are perfect since they are easy to toast and hold the fillings nicely.
A homemade cheese sauce works very well. You can also go the non-traditional route and serve with bbq sauce, aioli, or even mustard if desired.
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Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
Ingredients
Sauce and Topping
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Sliders
- 12 ounce package King's Hawaiian Rolls
- 1 pounds shaved beef deli meat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 medium green bell pepper diced
- 1 cup diced onion
- 12 slices provolone cheese
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- For the butter sauce, in a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Transfer 2 tablespoons of the butter sauce mixture to a separate small bowl and whisk with beef broth. Set both mixtures aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes until very soft and lightly caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the beef broth mixture into the skillet. Bring a boil. Add the shaved beef. Cook just 1 minute, breaking it up with a spatula until heated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice rolls in half horizontally (keep connected). Place bottom half in the prepared baking dish. Layer: half the provolone, the beef and veggie mixture, the remaining provolone, and top buns.
- Brush the butter mixture on top. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake 15 minutes. Uncover and bake another 5–8 minutes or until tops are golden and cheese is fully melted.
- Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm.
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Notes
- Ask for extra thin shaved beef at the store. This is key to a classic Philly Cheesesteak. I like to moisten the beef with some broth in a skillet for extra rich flavor.
- Cover with foil the first half of baking then uncover. This helps the cheese to melt evenly and then by uncovering you can also toast the buns perfectly!
- Make sure you keep the Hawaiian rolls connected when slicing. That’s the key to these sliders, you want to make sure the rolls stay intact to hold all of the fillings!
- Make the peppers and onions in advance for meal prep. You can easily saute those earlier and also make the beef too. Assemble the sandwich and hold in the fridge until you are ready to serve!
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About Laura
Taught by some of the best, cooking and entertaining has always been my favorite hobby. Food is my love language! The conception of Dinner in 321 came from my family talks that sharing our dinners would help others learn new skills, tasty recipes, and make cooking fun! Read more…
