Easy Philly cheesesteak casserole has the exact flavors of the classic sandwich, topped with slices of provolone cheese, and filled with tender steak, in a casserole form that is hassle free and an easy recipe for busy nights and meal prep.
In a large bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, baking soda, 2 minced cloves of garlic, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and 2 cups of water.
Slice steak against the grain as thin as possible (maximum ⅛th inch thick).
Add sliced steak to the marinade mixture and set the timer for 15-30 minutes.
While the meat is marinating, slice the vegetables and grate the cheese.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain the marinade from the meat and discard. Cook the meat in the hot skillet until browned on all sides. Batch cook the meat so that it isn’t overcrowded as it cooks. The baking soda from the marinade will result in some foaming in the skillet. This won’t effect the tenderness or flavor of the meat. Remove the meat from the skillet.
Add the remaining butter to the skillet. Saute the bell peppers and onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Add in remaining minced garlic and sauté a minute longer.
Add the cream cheese and heavy cream to the skillet and cook until melted. Bring to a low simmer and stir in the grated cheese until melted. Remove from heat.
Put the steak back into the skillet, stirring to fully combine the mixture.
Spread into a casserole dish. Top with a layer of provolone cheese.
Bake 15 minutes until the cheese has fully melted and toasted to a golden brown.
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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Notes
Storage:Keeps leftover casserole covered with aluminum foil in the prepared baking dish or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for 1 month. Notes:Top sirloin steak and flank are both great options for this recipe. Slicing them very thin ensures quick cooking, and slicing against the grain keeps the meat tender. Adding the jack cheese to the cream cheese adds great flavor. You can also use Monterey jack, white cheddar cheese, or American cheese. For flavor AND spice, try pepper jack cheese.Don't skip the marinade, it makes for the best flavors. The baking soda increases the pH of the meat so the proteins can't bond. This makes the steak ultra moist and tender. Just 15 minutes is a total game changer! Sauté mushrooms with the peppers and onions if desired. We didn't need more salt and pepper, but you can add it to the meat and veggies if you would like. Garlic powder can be used in place of the minced garlic cloves. To prepare the casserole in advance, follow all of the instructions and assemble in a baking dish. Cover and store in the refrigerator up to 2 days. Remove plastic cover and cover with aluminum foil. Bake in preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes until heated in the center. Then remove foil and bake until provolone is fully melted or browned, to your liking.