Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes are a quick sloppy joe recipe that turns ground beef into a delicious sandwich for lunch or dinner in just 30 minutes!
Multicookers are a great way to get a lot of flavor in a one-dish meal in a short amount of time. These Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes are a 30 minute dinner recipe that’s sure to please!
This sloppy joe recipe turns ground beef into a yummy sandwich that makes a great lunch or dinner. Plus, it’s made entirely in one pot, and it’s ready in just 30 minutes!
How to make Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes in the Instant Pot
Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot. When the word “HOT” appears on the display, add the beef.
Cook the beef until no longer pink, about 5 minutes, stirring to break it up. Drain the ground beef, and return to the inner pot.
Add the onion and bell peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are soft, about 3 minutes.
Add the beef broth, and beef base, taking care to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
Close and lock the lid. Turn the pressure release valve to SEALING.
Press MANUAL high pressure and adjust the time to 7 minutes. When the time is up, carefully turn the pressure release valve to VENTING to quickly release the pressure.
Remove the lid.
Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt, and pepper.
Optional: To thicken the sauce, remove ⅓ cup cooking liquid and stir together with 2 tablespoons flour. Return to the inner pot, and stir in.
Press CANCEL. Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot.
Let the mixture simmer until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Serve on a bun topped with provolone cheese, if desired.
Tips
- Beef: I use 85% or 90% lean ground beef. The beef can dry out if you use leaner ground beef.
- Mushrooms: You can add 8 ounces of washed and sliced button mushrooms with the onion and green pepper if you would like.
- Beef base: I use Better than Bouillon roasted beef base.
- Beef broth: I use reduced-sodium beef broth.
- Buns: If you want to avoid a soggy bun, I recommend toasting the buns before using. For an even tastier bun, butter and then toast the bun before using.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
You can! Feel free to use American cheese or melted Cheez Whiz instead of the provolone.
Storage
The ground beef mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 large yellow or white onion sliced
- 1 green bell pepper seeded and sliced
- 1 tablespoon beef base
- 1 ¼ cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons flour optional
- Salt + pepper
- 8 buns
- Provolone cheese optional
Instructions
- Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot.
- When the word “HOT” appears on the display, add the beef.
- Cook the beef until no longer pink, about 5 minutes, stirring to break it up.
- Drain the ground beef, and return to the inner pot.
- Add the onion and bell peppers.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are soft, about 3 minutes.
- Add the beef broth, and beef base, taking care to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Close and lock the lid.
- Turn the pressure release valve to SEALING.
- Press MANUAL high pressure and adjust the time to 7 minutes.
- When the time is up, carefully turn the pressure release valve to VENTING to quickly release the pressure.
- Remove the lid.
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt, and pepper.
- Optional: To thicken the sauce, remove ⅓ cup cooking liquid and stir together with 2 tablespoons flour.
- Return to the inner pot, and stir in.
- Press CANCEL.
- Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot.
- Let the mixture simmer until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve on a bun topped with provolone cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Beef: I use 85% or 90% lean ground beef. The beef can dry out if you use leaner ground beef.
- Mushrooms: You can add 8 ounces of washed and sliced button mushrooms with the onion and green pepper if you would like.
- Beef base: I use Better than Bouillon roasted beef base.
- Beef broth: I use reduced-sodium beef broth.
- Buns: If you want to avoid a soggy bun, I recommend toasting the buns before using. For an even tastier bun, butter and then toast the bun before using.
- Nutrition values are estimates. The nutrition value given is only for the beef portion.
Nevaeh
This is going on the rotation! We love it!
Kate
Thank you!
Jane
My kids love this. Can’t wait to try more recipes.
Kate
Thank you!
Jessica
Easy and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Kate
Thank you! I'm glad you liked it.