Philly Cheesesteak Pizza – The Ultimate Homemade Recipe
Enjoy the bold flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak in pizza form! This Philly cheesesteak pizza features tender ribeye steak, caramelized onions, bell peppers, and gooey provolone cheese on a crispy, golden crust. It’s the perfect fusion of two comfort foods that you can easily make at home.
Equipment
- ✔️ Cutting board – For slicing the steak and vegetables
- ✔️ Sharp knife – To cut the steak thinly
- ✔️ Cast-iron skillet or frying pan – For cooking the steak and vegetables
- ✔️ Mixing bowl – To prepare the sauce
- ✔️ Baking sheet or pizza stone – For a crispy crust
- ✔️ Rolling pin – If using homemade dough
- ✔️ Pizza cutter – For slicing the finished pizza
Ingredients
- For the Pizza Dough or use store-bought dough
- ✔️ 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ✔️ 1 teaspoon salt
- ✔️ 1 teaspoon sugar
- ✔️ 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ✔️ ¾ cup warm water 110°F
- ✔️ 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the Toppings:
- ✔️ ½ pound ribeye steak thinly sliced
- ✔️ 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- ✔️ ½ teaspoon salt
- ✔️ ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ✔️ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ✔️ 1 small onion thinly sliced
- ✔️ ½ green bell pepper thinly sliced
- ✔️ ½ red bell pepper optional, for sweetness
- ✔️ ½ cup mushrooms optional
- For the Cheese & Sauce:
- ✔️ ½ cup white sauce Alfredo or garlic butter sauce
- ✔️ 1 ½ cups shredded cheese provolone, mozzarella, or white American cheese
- ✔️ ¼ cup Cheez Whiz optional, for extra Philly flavor
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Dough (Skip if Using Pre-Made Dough)
- 1️⃣ In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- 2️⃣ In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil, then mix until a dough forms.
- 3️⃣ Knead the dough for 5–7 minutes, then cover and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Step 2: Cook the Steak and Vegetables
- 4️⃣ Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5️⃣ Add the thinly sliced steak, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and cook for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove from pan.
- 6️⃣ In the same pan, sauté onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms until soft and slightly caramelized (about 5 minutes).
- Step 3: Assemble the Pizza
- 7️⃣ Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- 8️⃣ Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 9️⃣ Spread Alfredo sauce or garlic butter sauce evenly over the dough.
- 🔟 Sprinkle half of the cheese over the sauce.
- 1️⃣1️⃣ Add the cooked steak, onions, and peppers, then top with the remaining cheese.
- Step 4: Bake the Pizza
- 1️⃣2️⃣ Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or preheated pizza stone.
- 1️⃣3️⃣ Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- 1️⃣4️⃣ (Optional) Drizzle Cheez Whiz over the pizza before serving for extra Philly flavor.
- Step 5: Slice & Serve
- 1️⃣5️⃣ Let the pizza rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
💡 Use a very sharp knife to slice the steak paper-thin. Freezing it for 20 minutes before cutting makes this easier.
💡 If you prefer a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
💡 For an authentic Philly flavor, use Cheez Whiz instead of provolone or mix both.
💡 If you prefer a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
💡 For an authentic Philly flavor, use Cheez Whiz instead of provolone or mix both.