Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches has all the classic comforting flavor of the original. Made fast & easy right at home. Try it soon!
If you’ve tried my recipe for Slow Cooker Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich, then you’re sure to love this Instant Pot version because this Sandwich Recipe has the same classic flavors but made easily in the pressure cooker in a fraction of the time! Make sure to also check out my Ultimate Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches.
Why You’ll Love This Sandwich?
- Classic flavors you love made quick and easy right at home.
- Filling meal you can enjoy on it’s own or pair with sides and soup!
Sabrina’s Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich Recipe
This Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Recipe is an absolute game-changer! The Cheesesteak recipe is truly a Philadelphia cultural icon, but that doesn’t mean you have to go all the way to Philly to get one. You can enjoy the authentic taste of tender beef, peppers, and cheese sauce from your own home, prepared easily in the Instant Pot any night of the week!
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Ingredients
- 4-5 pounds chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 12 ounces dark beer , or additional 1 ½ cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 yellow onion , sliced into 1/4" slices
- 1 green bell pepper , sliced into 1/4" slices
- 10 hoagie rolls
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Cheez Whiz
Instructions
- Season the chuck roast with Kosher salt and pepper.
- On the sauté setting add the canola oil and when it ripples and is hot add in the roast and brown, deeply, for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Add the beef broth, beer, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add the onions to the side of the beef.
- Cover and cook on high pressure for 40 minutes, then 15 minutes natural release.
- Remove the beef carefully then add the green bell peppers to the liquid and onions on the sauté setting for 15 minutes.
- Let beef cool for 10 minutes, then slice against the grain (you can also pull apart with 2 forks).
- Layer hoagie rolls with cheese whiz on both sides, then beef and the cooked onions and bell peppers.
- Serve au jus on the side in a small bowl if you want to dip the sandwiches.
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Note from Sabrina
For the best way to assemble your sandwich, add cheese whiz to both sides of your hoagie rolls. Then place meat onto the sandwich followed by cooked onions and bell peppers. Serve the remaining liquid as au jus on the side for dipping.
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About this Recipe
This sandwich is a go to and often served meal for my family, and what better way to serve it in this mostly hands off way to prepare. The bell peppers and onions add a delicious flavor to the beef, and come together in a perfect sandwich. Top it off with Cheez Wiz and a side of au jus and you will be in heaven. If this is one of your favorites, make sure to check out all of my other way to make a Philly Cheesesteak!
Can this be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the steak, peppers and onions in you Instant Pot and store for later. Store your sandwich filling in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to one week. When you are ready to assemble, you can reheat the filling on the stovetop for 2-3 minutes or when your cheese has melted. If your taking this for lunch, pack filling and bread separately to prevent you hoagie from becoming soggy.
Cooking Tips & Tricks
- Prepping Beef: Start by seasoning 4-5 pounds beef with kosher salt and pepper. Then set your instant pot to the saute setting. Add the oil to the base and once it’s hot add the roast to brown. Sear on all sides for 4-5 minutes.
- Pressure Cook: Add the beef broth, beer, and Worcestershire sauce to the instant pot. Then put the onions to one side of the beef. Put the lid on instant pot and cook on high pressure for 40 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes instead of using the quick release function. Remove the beef with tongs. Then add in the green peppers to the liquid left and saute for 15 minutes.
- Slice: Let the beef cool for 10 minutes before slicing it. Slice against the grain with a knife or pull apart with 2 forks.
Serving Ideas
Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich makes a delicious, kid-friendly, and filling meal on its own with Homemade Potato Chips. However, this sandwich makes for a perfect soup and sandwich combo. I would recommend serving it up with French Onion Soup or a creamy Mushroom Soup. You may wish to use a slimmer bread than a hoagie bun to make an easier-to-dip sandwich.
How to Store
- Serve: Don’t leave your Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak recipe at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
- Store: You can store sandwiches wrapped tightly in aluminum foil for up to 3 days in the fridge. If you’re worried about the sandwich bread becoming soggy, separate the filling from the bread. You can store all the sandwich fillings in one airtight container. Add it to fresh bread before serving.
- Freeze: Kept tightly wrapped and frozen, this sandwich can stay good for 3 months.
Variations
- Cheese: Along with the cheese sauce, you can add slices of cheese. Try adding provolone cheese, cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, or pepper jack cheese.
- Chicken Philly Cheese: You can make Instant Pot Chicken Sandwiches by using chicken breast instead of beef. Instant Pot Chicken Philly Sandwich won’t taste as authentic, but it’s still incredibly delicious.
- Steak: Instead of chuck roast, try using sirloin steak, roast beef, ribeye, or tenderloin in the pressure cooker cheesesteak recipe.
- Bread: You can essentially use any kind of crusty bread for this sandwich. French bread, focaccia, or sourdough would do nicely.
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NOBODY in Philadelphia calls it a “Philly” cheesesteak. And NOBODY here eats green peppers on one.
can this be made in a crockpot?
Yes, here’s the direct link:
https://dinnerthendessert.com/slow-cooker-philly-cheese-steak-sandwiches/
american cheese and mustard, you got to be kidding.