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This Philly Cheese Steak Casserole is such an easy delicious dinner! Full of the Philly Cheese Steak flavor you love, but baked up in a delicious noodle casserole!

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This super simple casserole recipe started off as a riff on some delicious Philly Cheese Steak pizza I ate at Chuck E. Cheese’s during my kid’s birthday party.

Yup. For real.

Since then it has become a crazy viral recipe.

This really simple casserole that can be done in 40 minutes has been viewed millions of times and has so many five star reviews.

READER REVIEW

“This has become a standard in our household. It’s our go-to when we want to cook for friends or family and everyone always loves it!” – John

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Philly Cheese Steak Casserole Ingredients

This easy dinner is made with simple ingredients, which is one of the reasons it is so loved.

  • Pasta
  • Beef Stock
  • Butter
  • Garlic
  • Ground Beef
  • Cream Cheese
  • Onion
  • Green Pepper
  • Mozzarella
  • Provolone

How to Make Philly Cheese Steak Casserole

  1. Cook the noodles: To deepen the flavor in this recipe, we are cooking the noodles in beef stock. Be sure to reserve a cup of that starchy cooking stock before draining the noodles.
  2. Cook the ground beef: In an oven proof skillet, cook the ground beef.
  3. Sauté the vegetables: Add the onion and bell pepper to the ground beef and sauté to soften.
  4. Drain the excess grease: Very carefully, drain the excess grease from your skillet. I like to do this using the lid of skillet, and putting it just slightly ajar and tipping the skillet over my sink into a jar. The lid keeps the contents in the skillet, but that little crack lets out the grease.
  5. Add cream cheese and noodles: Stir in some cream cheese, the cooked noodles, and the reserved cooking liquid.
  6. Top with cheese and bake: Add a little bit of provolone to the top of your skillet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

Why Reserve Pasta Water

Reserving pasta water is a great trick in cooking. Right before you drain the noodles you dip a glass measuring cup into the liquid and pull out 1/2 cup or more. The water (or in this case the water and beef stock mix) is full of starchiness from the noodles.

When you add starchy pasta water to a casserole like this, it helps pull the entire dish together in the most amazing way. I like using this trick in my Broccoli Pasta too.

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Why Use Beef Stock

The beef stock is one of my favorite parts about this recipe. Cooking the noodles in the stock is a great way to deepen the flavor. With so few ingredients, this is an important one.

If you aren’t used to cooking your noodles in stock, I highly recommend it. It is something I do in a few recipes, like this Chicken Noodle Casserole, and it is a game changer.

PRO TIP: If you are budget conscious, buy stock base. It is a powder you buy near the stock, and mixing it with boiling water gives you stock. It is not the same caliber as actual stock, but it will definitely get the job done.

Storing Leftovers

Left overs can be stored in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

I would not recommend freezing this recipe. Since it is such a quick stove top recipe, I think it is worth it to just make it from scratch.

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If you make this recipe or any of my others, please come back and let me know what you think! I love hearing from you!

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4.94 from 135 votes

Philly Cheese Steak Casserole

Serves: 6 people

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Prep: 20 minutes minutes

Cook: 20 minutes minutes

Total: 40 minutes minutes

This Philly Cheese Steak Casserole is a delicious weeknight meal that your family will love!

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound small shells
  • 32 ounces beef stock + 32 ounces water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 green pepper diced
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 6 slices provolone cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

  • Combine the beef stock with 32 ounces of water and cook the shells in it according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water.

  • In an oven proof skillet (see note for alternative), melt the butter, cook the garlic clove for thirty seconds, then add the bell pepper and onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

  • Add in the ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook through. Drain the grease, then return to heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted.

  • Stir in the reserved cooking liquid from the noodles, the noodles, and the shredded mozzarella.

  • Top with sliced provolone. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the provolone is completely melted.

Notes

If your skillet is not oven proof, in step 5, transfer mixture to a greased 9 by 13 inch baking dish. Top with provolone and transfer to the oven.

Calories: 534kcal (27%) Carbohydrates: 31g (10%) Protein: 32g (64%) Fat: 32g (49%) Saturated Fat: 18g (113%) Monounsaturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 127mg (42%) Sodium: 474mg (21%) Potassium: 33mg (1%) Fiber: 2g (8%) Sugar: 3g (3%) Vitamin A: 800IU (16%) Vitamin C: 15.7mg (19%) Calcium: 260mg (26%) Iron: 3.1mg (17%)

Author: Lisa Longley

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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  1. Tom N. says

    Can I use Au Jus instead of beef stock??

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    • Philly Cheese Steak Casserole Recipe - Viral Recipe (14)Lisa Longley says

      You can, but it’s really not necessary. I don’t think it would enhance the dish.

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FAQs

What is the most popular cheese for Philly cheesesteak? ›

The Best Cheese for Philly Cheesesteak:

The most popular cheese is mild provolone. We have tested a variety of provolone brands and the only one we didn't enjoy was “aged” provolone from Costco. The flavor of aged provolone cheese was overpowering. Another popular option is white American cheese.

What gives Philly cheesesteak its flavor? ›

Mix salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, marjoram, and basil together in a small bowl. Place steak in a large bowl; sprinkle seasoning mixture over top and stir to coat.

What's the difference between a cheesesteak and a Philly cheesesteak? ›

Other hallmarks of a true Philly cheesesteak include an Amoroso's roll and sliced or shaved ribeye. A steak and cheese sandwich, then, can be defined by how it differs from a Philly cheesesteak. If it uses a different type of cheese, steak, or roll, it's a steak and cheese sandwich.

What is the key to a good Philly cheesesteak? ›

If you want to have an authentic philly cheesesteak, there's really only one choice: boneless ribeye steak. Thinly sliced and evenly marbled, the ribeye's rich fat content melts to tenderize and flavor the meat, giving it that characteristic punch.

What is on an authentic Philly cheesesteak? ›

It is a sandwich made of thinly sliced beef — usually frozen chip steak — cooked on a griddle and served on a sliced roll with cheese and either “wit” or “witout” onions. The cheese is typically American cheese, provolone or melted Cheez Whiz.

What sauce do you put on Philly cheesesteak? ›

If you are looking for an authentic Philadelphia experience, you should try using Whiz Cheese Sauce. This sauce is made by mixing shredded cheese with mayonnaise, mustard and other ingredients. You can also use Cheez Whiz as an alternative if you do not like the taste of mayonnaise.

What is the best cut of meat for Philly cheesesteak? ›

What Meat for Philly Cheesesteak? A traditional Philly cheesesteak is made with very thinly sliced ribeye steak. If you're looking to make your cheese steak as authentic as possible, definitely go with the ribeye. If you're not hung up on appearances, then you really can use any steak for this recipe.

What kind of cheese does Jersey Mike's use on their cheesesteaks? ›

This famous Philly cheesesteak is the real deal. It's grilled fresh to order with tender steak, peppers, onions, and white American cheese. Order this fan favorite today!

What is the best bread for Philly cheesesteak? ›

Rolls: Use hoagie rolls, a cut-up baguette, or order Amoroso's Hoagie Rolls to make them really authentic!

How do you keep Philly cheesesteak moist? ›

You should store your cooked Philly cheesesteak meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator. I like to refrigerate mine with any leftover drippings in the pan for extra moisture and flavor.

Does Mayo go on a Philly cheesesteak? ›

Crafted with premium steak, grilled onions, American cheese, mushrooms, bell peppers, provolone cheese, light mayo on our fresh-baked bread.

What is a California cheesesteak? ›

This California cheesesteak is a favorite sandwich in our home. Kenny created this recipe when we were living in the Bay Area. He quickly browned thin slices of steak and piled them on slices of sourdough bread. With melted pepper jack cheese and fresh avocado on top, we dubbed this the California cheesesteak.

What type of cheese is most suitable for a Philly cheesesteak? ›

Cheese - Use either mild provolone cheese, white American cheese, or melted Cheez Whiz for a classic Philly Cheesesteak flavor. Rolls - Use sliced hoagie rolls for these luxurious sandwiches. Butter - Salted butter is best to make garlic butter, as it will enhance the flavor.

Do people put mayo on Philly cheesesteak? ›

Crafted with premium steak, grilled onions, American cheese, mushrooms, bell peppers, provolone cheese, light mayo on our fresh-baked bread.

Does any sauce go on a Philly cheesesteak? ›

If you are looking for an authentic Philadelphia experience, you should try using Whiz Cheese Sauce. This sauce is made by mixing shredded cheese with mayonnaise, mustard and other ingredients. You can also use Cheez Whiz as an alternative if you do not like the taste of mayonnaise.

Do people in Philly put ketchup on cheesesteak? ›

Pat's also offers a tomato sauce-topped "pizza steak," while Geno's has a "Steak Milano" with fried tomatoes and oregano. According to Original Philly Cheesesteak Co., ketchup is Philadelphia's condiment of choice, while the rest of the country prefers mayo.

Do authentic cheesesteaks have peppers? ›

While a traditional Philly Cheesesteak does not include peppers, the most commonly used pepper in cheesesteaks are bell peppers. If you are looking to add a little heat to the sandwich you could also try adding in hot cherry peppers.

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