Philly Cheesesteak Dip (Printable)

Tender ribeye, peppers, onions, and melty provolone in a creamy dip. Perfect for parties and game day gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound shaved ribeye steak

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

06 - 1 cup shredded provolone cheese, plus extra for topping
07 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
08 - 1 cup sour cream
09 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

→ For Serving

14 - Sliced baguette, toasted crostini, or sturdy tortilla chips

# Steps:

01 - Set oven to 375°F and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers, cooking until soft and lightly caramelized, approximately 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
03 - Push vegetables to the side of the skillet. Add shaved ribeye and brown for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and remove from heat.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and shredded provolone cheese. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
05 - Fold the cooked steak and vegetable mixture into the cream cheese base until evenly distributed.
06 - Pour the combined mixture into a greased 9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle additional provolone cheese over the top.
07 - Bake for 15-18 minutes until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
08 - Remove from oven and serve hot with toasted baguette slices, crostini, or tortilla chips.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It captures all the savory, cheesy magic of a Philly cheesesteak without the mess of assembling sandwiches.
  • The creamy base made with sour cream and cream cheese keeps everything luscious and scoopable.
  • It comes together in under 45 minutes, making it perfect for last minute gatherings.
  • Guests always go back for seconds, and someone inevitably asks for the recipe before they leave.
02 -
  • Do not overcook the ribeye in the skillet, it will continue to cook in the oven and you want it tender, not chewy.
  • Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened before mixing or you will end up with lumps that never smooth out.
  • Grease your baking dish well or line it with parchment for easier cleanup, this dip gets gloriously stuck to the sides.
  • If the top starts browning too quickly, tent the dish loosely with foil for the last few minutes of baking.
03 -
  • Freeze your ribeye for 20 minutes before slicing if you are shaving it yourself, it makes the meat much easier to cut paper thin.
  • Use a cast iron skillet if you have one, it holds heat beautifully and helps caramelize the vegetables faster.
  • Taste the dip before baking and adjust the seasoning, a little extra Worcestershire or a pinch more salt can make all the difference.
  • For a spicy kick, stir in a few dashes of hot sauce or sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top before baking.
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