The Best Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes (Easy Crockpot Recipe!)
Your Simple Ingredient Checklist for a Flavor-Packed Meal. A comfort-food mashup made easy in the slow cooker: seasoned beef, peppers & onions, a savory Worcestershire gravy, and melty provolone on toasted buns.
Equipment
- Slow cooker (4–6 quart)
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Small bowl & whisk
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Chef’s knife & cutting board
- Tongs (optional)
Ingredients
Sloppy Joe Filling
- 1 lb ground beef lean 85/15 or 90/10
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Thickener
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup beef broth (low sodium) cold, for slurry
To Serve
- 6 slices provolone cheese or shredded
- 6 buns toasted brioche or hoagie rolls
Instructions
- Brown beef & veggies: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with diced onion and green pepper until beef is no longer pink and vegetables soften. Break up meat as it cooks; drain excess grease.
- Load the slow cooker: Transfer beef mixture to the slow cooker. Stir in Worcestershire, salt, and black pepper.
- Set it & forget it: Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or on HIGH for 2–3 hours to meld flavors.
- Thicken sauce: 30 minutes before serving, whisk cornstarch with cold beef broth to make a smooth slurry. Stir into slow cooker, cover, and cook on HIGH for 30 minutes until thickened.
- Get cheesy & serve: Spoon mixture onto toasted buns. Top each with a slice of provolone and serve hot.
Notes
Hands-off convenience: Slow cookers shine on busy days. For saucier sandwiches, add +2 Tbsp broth; for thicker, add +1 tsp cornstarch. Keep the cheesy vibe classic with provolone, or try white American or mozzarella.