Philly Cheesesteak Dip is the cheesesteak experience in dip form! It’s prepped in 10 minutes then your crock pot takes over to finish making this twist on an iconic Philadelphia favorite.
If you want more creative ways to make cheesesteak, try my south philly cheesesteaks or my cheese steak pasta.
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Why this Philly Cheesesteak Dip Recipe is a Keeper
This cheesy dip is so gooey and delicious. I love my slow cooker for this Philly cheesesteaks recipe because it makes it so easy.
- 10 Minute Prep: A quick and easy preparation for this party appetizer.
- Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients are classic cheesesteak ingredients.
- Party Friendly: Cheesesteak dip is a great option for parties as everyone loves it. They will be asking for more!
- Adaptable: You can make the dip appetizer for game day low-carb and low calorie.
- Leftovers: Use the leftovers to make an awesome classic Philly cheesesteak sandwich.
What Steak is Best for Cheesesteak Sandwiches and Dip?
Really any thinly sliced steak will work for this deconstructed Philly cheesesteak dip! If you’re looking for the most authentic Philly cheesesteak experience, ribeye is the way to go. But if you’re on a budget, skirt steak or flank steak are excellent substitutes.
Ingredient Notes to Make Philly Cheesesteak Dip
To make this Philly steak cheese dip recipe, you will need just a few easy ingredients. If you don’t already have these ingredients in your kitchen, they can all easily be found at the store.
- Steak: A thin ribeye, deli roast beef or other minute steak.
- Fresh Vegetables: Use fresh onion, green bell pepper and garlic, all chopped in bite-sized pieces.
- Cheese: You will need cream cheese, provolone cheese and Velveeta cheese.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for Cheese Steak Dip
Prepping ahead of time can really help to save you time and kitchen space if you’re hosting a football tailgate party!
- Make Ahead: You can make Philly cheesesteak’s up to a day in advance.
Special Equipment Needed for Philly Cheese Steak Dip
Sometimes you need a specific item to make a recipe just right. In this case, all you need is a crock pot!
- Slow Cooker: A crock pot, or slow cooker, will make your cream cheese mixture dip without any effort.
Pro Tip for Game Day Slow Cooker Dip
Cook the Steak Right: Cook the steak quickly over high heat to sear it and lock in juices.
How to Make Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Dip
This recipe comes together in just 3 easy to follow steps. This dip looks amazing and is so easy and delicious, you’ll come back to it again and again.
These are the basic steps for making Philly Cheesesteak Dip. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Cook the Vegetables
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add green peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes then, add garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Remove from skillet and add garlic, onion and peppers to slow cooker.
2. Cook the Beef
In the same pan, add remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Season beef with All Purpose Seasoning and add to skillet. Add Worcestershire sauce and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until beef is cooked through. Remove from skillet and add to slow cooker.
3. Add Other Dip Ingredients and Cook
Add Velveeta, mayonnaise, provolone, softened cream cheese and sour cream. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftover Party Dip
- Storing: Store Philly dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat any leftover dip in a baking dish in the oven until hot and bubbly.
- Using Leftovers: Enjoy leftovers on a baguette for a creamy Philly cheesesteak.
Variations and Substitutions for Shaved Ribeye Steak Dip
This is a dip that’s super easy to customize to make it your own! If you love Philly cheesesteak, try adding other ingredients and flavors.
- Meat: Use roast beef, ground beef, deli sliced roast beef, sirloin steak or leftover chopped steak.
- Vegetables: Add other veggies like mushrooms and hot peppers.
Perfect Philly Dip Recipe FAQs and Reader Interactions
Serve with Baked Healthy Tortilla Chips, Ranch Spicy Crackers or Air Fryer Garlic Breadsticks.
Yes! Place in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three months.
Philly is famous for melty cheese steaks because they were invented there!
Expert Tips for Making The Best Philly Steak Dip Recipe
- Mini: To keep the dip hot for your whole gathering, try using a mini slow cooker.
- Low Carb: Dip this great recipe with pepper slices, mushrooms or cucumber slices.
- Top: Top your Philly cheese steak dip with chopped tomatoes. green onions or French’s fried onions.
- Cheese: Try adding a little pepper jack cheese, white American cheese or mozzarella cheese.
- Variation: Swap for thinly sliced chicken to make it a chicken cheesesteak. Season with salt and pepper and add all your favorite Philly cheesesteak toppings.
Philly Cheesesteak Dip
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil, divided
- 1 Large onion, chopped
- 1 Green bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 Red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 ½ pounds Thinly shaved steak, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning Blend
- 1 tablespoon Worchestershire sauce
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, ½ block, broken into pieces
- 4 ounces Velveeta process cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Sour cream
- 8 slices Provolone cheese, diced
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add peppers and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until tender.
- Then, add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Remove from skillet and add to slow cooker.
- In the same pan, add remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
- Season beef with All Purpose Seasoning Blend and add to skillet. Then, add Worcestershire sauce.
- Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until beef is cooked through.
- Remove from skillet and add to slow cooker.
- Add remaining ingredients to slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours.
Christina’s Notes
- Mini: To keep the dip hot for your whole gathering, try using a mini slow cooker.
- Low Carb: Dip this great recipe with pepper slices, mushrooms or cucumber slices.
- Top: Top your Philly cheese steak dip with chopped tomatoes. green onions or French’s fried onions.
- Cheese: Try adding a little pepper jack cheese, white American cheese or mozzarella cheese.
- Variation: Swap for thinly sliced chicken to make it a chicken cheesesteak. Season with salt and pepper and add all your favorite Philly cheesesteak toppings.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
I just made this,and it is absolutely delicious. Love it as much as your hoagie dip, Christina.
Thank you so very much! 🙂
This dip is my spirit animal. HAHA seriously though — so rich and creamy – love it so!
This was so easy and the family loved it. Thanks!
This would be perfect to make this weekend! can’t wait.
This is so creamy and tasty, I love to have it with veggies.
I love this! It’s so easy and the best of both worlds…philly cheese steaks and cheese dip! Thanks!
I made it in my mini slow cooker. It was so cheesy, delicious!
Oh my goodness! This looks amazing! I just want to eat it with a spoon!
Mmm…this is such a flavorful dip! And so easy too. Definitely a keeper!
I can’t wait to try this at our Super Bowl party! I bet it will be a huge crowd pleaser — if I don’t eat it all myself. 🙂
3 different kinds of cheese in here?! YESSSSS. I love a good cheesy dip and this is perfect for my game day plans!
This sounds like the perfect dip for our game day party!