Stop scrolling—you just found the ultimate game day snack. These Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are the mini, melty, bite-sized answer to all your party cravings. Imagine tender shaved steak and gooey cheddar tucked into buttery Hawaiian rolls—they're the savory, cheesy MVP your next gathering needs.
What sets these Philly Cheesesteak Sliders apart is the perfect balance of savory steak and caramelized peppers and onions against the subtle sweetness of Hawaiian rolls.
Unlike a traditional sub that can get messy, these stay perfectly intact, making them the ultimate game day snack or a stress-free weeknight dinner. Plus, they come together in just one pan, so you can spend less time at the stove and more time eating 😁.
The secret is in the melt. By using gooey cheddar, you get that iconic Philly pub-style creaminess with a "cheese pull" that holds the tender shaved steak together in every bite.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd of hungry fans or just looking for a quick meal the whole family will actually agree on, these sliders are a guaranteed win.
Pair these Philly cheesesteak Hawaiian roll sliders with Seasoned Oven Roasted Potatoes and Refrigerator Dill Pickles for the ultimate bite!
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🥘Ingredients
- green bell pepper, white onions, & olive oil- sautéed until softened and caramelized
- Hawaiian sweet rolls- their subtle sweetness provides a delicious contrast to the salty steak and cheese
- shaved deli roast beef- this provides the tender shaved steak texture that defines a classic Philly cheesesteak
- sliced cheddar cheese- it delivers the signature melty richness and pub-style creaminess that holds the sliders together
- onion powder, garlic powder, & oregano- this is the savory spice blend for the butter glaze
- butter- melted and mixed with seasonings; then brushed over the tops of the rolls to create a golden, savory crust as they bake in the oven
See recipe card for quantities.
🔪Instructions
- Step 1: Sautée peppers and onions in olive oil until tender, then remove from heat.
- Step 2: Place bottom half of rolls in pan; arrange roast beef on top, followed by the peppers and onions.
- Step 3: Arrange sliced cheddar on top so contents are completely covered.
- Step 4: Place top half of buns over cheese; brush seasoned butter over tops and bake.
Hint: Avoid overcrowding the skillet when sautéing the peppers and onions to ensure they caramelize properly rather than steaming.
🥣Substitutions
- Provolone cheese - swap the cheddar for slices of provolone for a traditional Philly style
- Ground beef - replace shaved deli roast beef with seasoned ground beef (well drained and blotted) for a budget-friendly alternative; toast the roll bottoms first for 5 minutes in the oven before assembling
- Dinner rolls - use standard savory dinner rolls if you prefer a less sweet base than Hawaiian rolls
📖Variations
- Chicken Philly - swap the roast beef for thinly sliced chicken breast and use provolone cheese
- Mushroom and Swiss - add sautéed mushrooms to the onion mixture and use Swiss cheese slices
- BBQ Steak - stir your favorite BBQ sauce into the beef mixture before assembling for a tangy twist; toast the roll bottoms first for 5 minutes in the oven before assembling
See BBQ Chicken Sliders for another game day favorite!
🍽Equipment
- 10x15 inch baking pan - provides extra space to prevent the sliders from getting soggy and ensures even browning; line this with parchment paper for easy cleanup and so the sliders don't stick
- Heavy-bottomed skillet - used to sauté the peppers and onions until they are caramelized
- Small saucepan- to melt the butter
- Pastry brush - needed to apply the seasoned butter glaze over the tops of the rolls
- Aluminum foil - used to loosely tent the sliders so the tops do not burn while baking
🍶Storage
Store leftover sliders in an airtight container for 2-3 days; keep refrigerated.
To reheat, warm them in the oven at 350°F covered with foil to maintain the signature melty richness until the cheese is melted.
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders do not stand up well to freezing as the Hawaiian rolls can become soggy when thawed.
💭Top tip
Cover the sliders with foil for the first 10 minutes of baking to trap steam, which helps the cheese reach that signature melty richness and iconic cheese pull without drying out the rolls.
🗨️FAQ
This recipe calls for thinly shaved deli roast beef from the deli counter for convenience. If you prefer to use a cut of beef, thinly sliced ribeye is the traditional choice for its fat marbling and tenderness, but top sirloin or flank steak are excellent leaner alternatives.
When you use deli meat, this typically isn't an issue with this recipe, but you can take some extra steps by draining and blotting the peppers and onions before assembly. You can also divide the cheese and place half of the slices directly on the bottom bun to act as a moisture barrier.
Absolutely--you can assemble up to 1 day ahead. In fact, I think they taste better that way to allow the flavors to come together and for the rolls to soak up more of the seasoned butter.
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🍴Pairing
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📋Recipe
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
Equipment
- 15x10 baking pan (lined with parchment paper for easier cleanup)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- 12 in skillet
- small saucepan
- pastry brush
- foil
Ingredients
- 1 cup green bell pepper diced
- ½ cup white onion diced or sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 24 Hawaiian sweet rolls I use King's Hawaiian
- 1 & ½ lbs shaved roast beef from the deli counter (not prepackaged)
- 1 lb cheddar cheese sandwich size; sliced
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter
- 4 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoon oregano
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- Add olive oil, peppers, and onion to skillet; cook 5-6 minutes or until tender and slightly browned; remove from heat.
- Keeping the rolls attached, slice them in half horizontally. Place roll bottoms in lined pan.
- Top roll bottoms with beef, then peppers and onions; distribute evenly.
- Arrange cheese on top (slices will overlap). Then place slider tops on sandwiches.
- Heat butter in small saucepan; add seasonings; mix well. Use a pastry brush or spoon to spread this mixture over the tops of the sliders.
- Loosely cover pan with tented foil. Bake for 10 minutes; remove foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is gooey. Keep warm until ready to serve.
Notes
Nutrition
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