Learn how to make Philly cheesesteak sliders with this super simple but delicious Philly cheesesteak recipe. This recipe is really cheesy, satisfying, and easy to make at home. It’s ultra delicious because it uses American Lamb!
Try this recipe to make Philly cheesesteak sliders at home any time you like and once you’ve tried this mouthwatering recipe that’s just what you’ll be doing!
Today’s ultra tasty Recipe is in Partnership with my Friends at the American Lamb Board. They make sure you get the freshest and highest quality lamb possible.
Why Make Philly Cheesesteak Sliders?
These sliders are really filling and satisfying for lunch and for your BBQ gathering. Each bite really is a taste sensation with the combination of the thinly sliced and flavored lamb meat, tons of cheese, and soft bread.
Sliders are great to use in this Philly cheesesteak because they feel like a treat. Mini perfectly portioned delicious sandwiches that you’ll be nibbling on. They are also super soft with a pillowy texture.
Today’s recipe is made on the grill start to finish, however you can also make them on your stove and oven. But while we’re seasonal, let’s go for the BBQ!!
What is a Philly Cheesesteak?
A Philly cheesesteak is a deli-style sandwich that is based around finely sliced steak, fried with onions, mushrooms, and peppers.
The steak and fried vegetables are then put into a bun (in this case sliders) and loaded with cheese and some mayonnaise. The cheese melts into the hot meat and it’s ready to eat and enjoy.
Philly Cheesesteak Meat
Philly cheesesteak is usually made using beef steak but I have used lamb in this recipe for some variation, and of course FLAVOR!
The key to making a really good Philly cheesesteak is to make the meat lovely and thin. This helps to soak up the flavor from the fried vegetables and spices. It will fry nice and quickly this way as well as being easier to eat.
Pre-freezing your meat cut before slicing will allow you to get very thinly sliced meat. Without doing this, it’s very hard to get the meat to a satisfying thinness and the overall texture and taste of the dish just won’t be quite as satisfying.
Today’s Lamb cut that I used is a combo of boneless leg of lamb and lamb sirloin. I’ve showcased the sirloin cut in this popular Gyros Recipe. Also the boneless leg of lamb was the highlight of this boneless lamb roast recipe.
Either cut works well, one of them more marbled than the other so feel free to pick your favorite!
Why American Lamb?
As always because it SO GOOD! You honestly can’t get fresher and tastier lamb than American Lamb. It’s raised with passion and care, and you TASTE that quality with every bite.
Not only will you be getting quality lamb, you’ll also be supporting your local ranchers and farmers. They are some of the hardest working people you’ll ever meet!
I had the privilege of meeting some ranchers and connecting with them. What an experience watching the love and work they put on their animals and farms everyday! They deserve your support.
Be sure to shop local lamb, always!
How to Make Philly Cheesesteak
Start by slicing the pre-frozen lamb into thin slices and then let thaw before frying.
Slice the onions, mushrooms, and peppers. To get the right flavor for this recipe you really need to use onions, however, you can leave the mushrooms and peppers out if you want to.
Mix the thawed lamb and vegetables together and add spices and stir in.
Cook the lamb steak and onions together. You can do this on the stovetop, however, using the grill gives this recipe an extra layer of flavor that really makes it something special so this is how the steak is cooked in this recipe.
You can cook using the grill in two ways. Either with a perforated grill pan as you can see in the photo or on a grill griddle. They both work really well so what you prefer to use.
Once the lamb has cooked, take it off the grill. You’ll know it’s cooked with the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F. USDA recommends an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, with a 3 minute rest.
At that point you can proceed with the sliders.
Slather the mayonnaise into the sliders (use a good helping) and layer the grilled lamb onto the bread. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes and load the cheese on top.
Create another layer of lamb, cheese, and mayo, and put the top of the sliders on.
Brush the top with melted butter, season and place under the grill with a cover on to let the cheese melt.
When the cheese has melted your sliders are ready to eat and enjoy.
Tips for Philly Cheesesteak Recipe
- Only use dry spices and not any marinades or wet spices as these will burn.
- Use lots of mayo and cheese – the sliders are much more enjoyable and decadent when you fully load them.
- I brush the slider tops with melted butter, seasoning and herbs just for flavor and it’s completely optional but SO good!
- Make sure your sliders are covered when grilling at the end to stop any burning.
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders FAQ’s
What kind of cheese goes on a Philly cheesesteak?
It really doesn’t matter what cheese you use in this recipe as it goes really well with most types so you can choose which you prefer. In this recipe, I used marbled cheddar. Other popular cheeses on cheesesteaks are mild provolone and white American cheese.
What goes on a Philly cheesesteak?
The main ingredients of a Philly cheesesteak are thinly sliced steak (lamb or beef) grilled or fried with onions and optionally mushrooms or/and peppers.
You can add spices and seasoning to give it extra flavor. You can also put sauces on your Philly cheesesteaks such as mayonnaise or any other sauces you like.
What goes with Philly cheesesteak?
There are lots of great sides that go really well with a Philly cheesesteak. Some of the most popular side dishes with cheesesteak are fries, coleslaw, salad, wedges, or onion rings.
What meat to use for Philly cheesesteak?
Beef is the most popular meat to use for Philly cheesesteaks especially the rib eye or flank cut of meat. However, you can also use other meats such as lamb for some variation, which also goes really nicely in this sandwich.
How to cook Philly cheesesteak?
Philly cheesesteak is really very easy. You can cook the meat under the grill or on the stove. The meat is then layered onto sandwiches or sliders with cheese and may and placed under the grill to melt the cheese.
Make sure to BUY American lamb for this delicious recipe. You can look up the store locator and find out where to buy it.
PLUS, when you head over to Americanlmb.com you’ll find out how grilling lamb this summer could win you a $500 Cabela’s gift card and a bunch of fresh lamb!
POPULAR LAMB RECIPES
Air Fryer Lamb Chops with Poblano Sauce
Cheesy Pull Apart Bread with Lamb Crumbles
Grill Foil Packets with Lamb and Potatoes
Easy Stir Fry Recipe with Lamb and Veggies
Grilled Lamb Skewers BBQ Party
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
Ingredients
Meat And Veggies
- 2 lbs American Lamb boneless leg of lamb or lamb sirloin
- 1 yellow onion , large size, thinly sliced
- 2 cups mushrooms sliced
- 1 red pepper large, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves optional
Sliders
- 1 large slider loaf 12 units
- 1/3 cup mayo
- Season to taste: salt pepper, fresh thyme and chilli flakes
- 12 slices of cheese use you favorite
- 2 tablespoon melted butter
- Season to taste: salt pepper, fresh thyme and chilli flakes
Instructions
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Pre-freeze your meat for at least 2 hours to allow it for easy slicing
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Thinly slice the pre-frozen piece of lamb into thin slices and the veggies too
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Season to taste: salt, pepper, fresh thyme and chilli flakes and prepare the veggies.
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Season the lamb with spices and olive oil.
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Preheat the griddle (flat or perforated grill pan) for 10 minutes while the lamb is seasoned.
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Now add the lamb and veggies all at once and toss to cook on the grill.
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You can alternatively use a perforated Grill pan as well.
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The meat and veggie mixture is ready in 15-20 minutes.
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Cut through the slider bread in half and spread the mayo on both sides of the bread. Liberally season over the mayo.
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Now layer thinly sliced cheese and go ahead with the cooked lamb meat and veggies.
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Top that with more cheese, cover the bread and push it down.
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Brush the tops of the sliders with melted butter and season liberally again on top.
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Place the sliders on the grill and make sure to cover the lid on. 5 minutes later, the cheese will be melted and your Philly cheesesteak Sliders are ready to devour!
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
Tips for Philly Cheesesteak Recipe
- Only use dry spices and not any marinades or wet spices as these will burn.
- Use lots of mayo and cheese - the sliders are much more enjoyable and decadent when you fully load them.
- I brush the slider tops with melted butter, seasoning and herbs just for flavor and it’s completely optional but SO good!
- Make sure your sliders are covered when grilling at the end to stop any burning.
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders FAQ's
What kind of cheese goes on a Philly cheesesteak?
It really doesn't matter what cheese you use in this recipe as it goes really well with most types so you can choose which you prefer. In this recipe, I used marbled cheddar. Other popular cheeses on cheesesteaks are mild provolone and white American cheese.
What goes on a Philly cheesesteak?
The main ingredients of a Philly cheesesteak are thinly sliced steak (lamb or beef) grilled or fried with onions and optionally mushrooms or/and peppers.
You can add spices and seasoning to give it extra flavor. You can also put sauces on your Philly cheesesteaks such as mayonnaise or any other sauces you like.
What goes with Philly cheesesteak?
There are lots of great sides that go really well with a Philly cheesesteak. Some of the most popular side dishes with cheesesteak are fries, coleslaw, salad, wedges, or onion rings.
What meat to use for Philly cheesesteak?
Beef is the most popular meat to use for Philly cheesesteaks especially the rib eye or flank cut of meat. However, you can also use other meats such as lamb for some variation, which also goes really nicely in this sandwich.
How to cook Philly cheesesteak?
Philly cheesesteak is really very easy. You can cook the meat under the grill or on the stove. The meat is then layered onto sandwiches or sliders with cheese and may and placed under the grill to melt the cheese.
These Philly Cheesesteak Sliders look absolutely mouthwatering! I can’t wait to try this recipe for my next get-together. The video makes it so easy to follow along. Thanks for sharing!
WOW! Looks SO SO SO good! My family loves this kind of food and I can’t wait to try this with them. Thank you for this!
Heck ya! These are just about the tastiest sliders I’ve had in a long while. I love the option to cook them on the grill, too.
I just love how delicious these came out! Plus they were so easy to make – a hit for sure!
We made this with deli roast beef last night and the flavors are fabulous, I will try it with lamb as soon as we can find some.
Oh wow – that cheese is stretching like it is nobody’s business! 🙂 Fantastic sliders recipe!
Sliders are the best party food, and these are packed with flavour and also really straightforward to make. Perfect – thanks so much.
Oh wow, lamb meat looks so flavorful and tender. This is a perfect dinner idea. I can’t wait to make this for my family. Thnaks!
These came out so delicious! They were a huge hit and I’ll def be making them again!
What a cool idea! Thanks so much for the great recipe!
These are perfect for an easy dinner night! Can’t wait to make these sliders! The family is going to love this especially for our game nights or movie nights!
I was intrigued to see this recipe after it popping up on my Pinterest feed. I actually lived in Philly, Pa, for years and worked when I was younger at Geno’s Steaks!
They used only the best, thinly sliced rib-eye steak, so it grills up nice and juicy, and the onions are always fresh.
The bread always comes straight from the oven. So I get a little iffy when a recipe is named Philly Cheesesteak—but really, your CHEESESTEAK SLIDERS were very yummy, and we enjoyed them. Thanks for sharing your wonderful CHEESESTEAK sliders.
HeiLin thank you for sharing! You made my day! I love how expert you are in Philly Cheesesteaks! 🙂
These Philly cheesesteak sliders look absolutely amazing, especially with that lamb! So many incredible flavors.
One of our good friend sis from Philly and I know she’s going to love these! Thanks for the recipe!