Philly Cheesesteak Patty Melt is a satisfying cheesy, grilled sandwich that’s packed with hearty flavor and comes together in just 30 minutes.
This easy Sandwich is perfect for an indulgent lunch or dinner made with classic Philly Cheesesteak ingredients. It’s similar to my Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese and Oven Baked Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches but with some extra flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Sandwich?
- Cheesy, savory Philly flavors in sandwich form. Everyone will want seconds!
- Quick 30 minute recipe for a comforting lunch or dinner.
Sabrina’s Philly Cheesesteak Patty Melt Recipe
If you love classic cheesesteak flavors, this Philly Cheesesteak Patty Melt is a must-try. It’s easy to make, family-friendly, and packed with the cheesy, savory flavor that makes everyone want seconds. This recipe takes the classic concept of a Philly Cheesesteak and gives it a delicious new spin, combining it with the comforting appeal of a crispy, golden patty melt. It’s the kind of hearty, satisfying sandwich that’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef , (85/15)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion , sliced
- 1 green bell pepper , thinly sliced
- 4 ounces crimini mushrooms , sliced
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 8 slices Italian bread
- 8 slices Provolone , or American
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper and form into 4 equal portions.
- Shape into patties and press down on the middle of the patty to make an indentation.
- To a large heavy skillet or cast iron pan on medium heat add the butter and sliced onions, bell pepper, and mushrooms.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until translucent and just starting to caramelize.
- Remove vegetables from the pan and raise heat to high.
- Add beef patties and cook for 4 minutes on each side.
- Remove patties.
- Spread bread with mayonnaise on one side.
- Place four slices of bread in a skillet (working in batches based on the size of your skillet) mayonnaise side down.
- Add cheese to the top of each piece of bread.
- Top with vegetables and patties to the bread pieces.
- Top with the second slice of cheese.
- Add the remaining four slices of bread to the top with the mayonnaise facing up, away from the rest of the sandwich.
- Cook for 2-3 additional minutes until browned, then flip the sandwich and cook for 4 minutes on the second side, pressing down on the sandwich gently.
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Note from Sabrina
Before cooking burger patties, I always use my thumb to gently press a small indentation into the center of each one. This simple step helps prevent the patties from puffing up and allows the burger to cook more evenly.
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About this Recipe
A traditional Philly Cheesesteak is made with thinly sliced ribeye steak, caramelized onions, and melty cheese served on a hoagie roll, while a patty melt is similar to a hamburger but made with sandwich bread instead of a burger bun. This recipe brings those two classics together, using a juicy ground beef patty grilled on Italian bread with mushrooms, green bell peppers, caramelized onions, and plenty of melty cheese. It’s also similar to a cross between the Ultimate Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese and a Philly Hamburger, giving you all the familiar Philly flavors in a crispy, skillet-toasted sandwich. Since it’s made on the stovetop, there’s no need to fire up the grill.
Pairing Suggestions
You can’t go wrong with crispy French Fries alongside a patty melt, or try Seasoned Potato Wedges for a heartier option with lots of crispy edges. Tater Tots are another fun and easy choice, especially good for a casual family dinner. If you want to lean into the indulgent comfort food vibe, Onion Rings make a great pairing. For a classic sandwich-shop combination, especially during the summer, serve your patty melt with Potato Salad.
How to Store
- Serve: Patty Melts shouldn’t be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
- Store: The melts will definitely taste best served fresh. However, if you have leftovers you can wrap them tightly to store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freeze: You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. Let them defrost and then reheat the sandwiches in a cast iron pan.
Variations
- Cheese: You can change up the taste of your Patty Melt with different kinds of cheeses. Instead of provolone, try American cheese, Swiss, Pepper Jack, cheddar, or blue cheese. You can also keep the provolone and layer the other kind of cheese in for extra cheese.
- Bread: There are plenty of different types of bread to make your sandwich in. White bread, rye bread, French bread, wheat bread, or sourdough could all taste amazing.
- Meat: For some extra meat in the recipe add cooked chicken breast, turkey, or bacon.
- Vegetables: You can also add flavor with extra veggies like tomatoes, spinach, cucumbers, or avocados.
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