Description
This Philly Cheesesteak Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer inspired by the classic Philly cheesesteak sandwich. It combines sautéed onions and bell peppers with tender roast beef deli meat and a blend of cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, and provolone cheeses. Baked until hot and bubbly, this dip is perfect for game days, parties, or casual gatherings served with sliced baguette, tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb roast beef deli meat (sliced and chopped into ¼ inch pieces)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 large green bell pepper (chopped)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (1 brick, 250 grams, room temperature)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 8 slices provolone cheese (chopped into ¼ inch pieces, or 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- Green onion (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Dish: Preheat oven to 375℉. Grease an oven-safe baking dish or skillet with cooking spray and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until lightly caramelized. Then add the chopped green bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally to cook evenly.
- Combine Cheeses and Cream: While vegetables cook, in a medium-sized bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, and chopped provolone until well combined and creamy.
- Mix in Meat and Vegetables: Add the chopped roast beef deli meat, cooked sautéed onions and bell peppers, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Optionally, reserve 1 tablespoon of the cooked mixture for garnish.
- Assemble Dip: Spread the prepared dip evenly into the greased baking dish or oven-safe skillet. Optionally, sprinkle the reserved chopped meat and vegetables over the top as a garnish for extra texture and presentation.
- Bake the Dip: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until the dip is hot and bubbly. Remove the foil and bake for another 2-3 minutes to slightly brown the top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley and sliced green onions. Serve immediately with your choice of sliced baguette, tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Use roast beef deli meat sliced thin and chopped into small pieces for the best texture in the dip.
- Room temperature cream cheese blends more smoothly with the other ingredients.
- Covering the dish while baking helps the dip heat evenly without drying out.
- Substitute provolone with shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese if preferred.
- Serve warm for the best cheesy, melty texture.
