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Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak

On busy days, a pan filled with mouthwatering Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak will hit the proverbial spot. They’re succulent, tender and packed with flavor, with the bonus of taking mere minutes to prepare. Serve these smothered cheese steaks stacked on a toasted garlic-butter hoagie roll and you’ve prepared a homemade meal that’s better than take-out.

Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak

Easy Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak Recipe

Cubed steak is usually made using sirloin or top round that the butcher has processed using a meat tenderizer which gives it a fierce pounding, The process leaves tiny indentations in the steak pieces shaped like “cubes” hence the name. I chose it to make this smothered Philly cheese cubed steak for the tender texture and quick cooking time. How to make Smothered Cheese Cubed Steak: (Scroll down for full printable recipe.)

  • Prepare Pan – Preheat the oven to broil. Have nearby a large sheet pan lightly spritzed with cooking spray.
  • Season Steaks – Season the cubed steak on both sides with steak seasoning. Adjust the amount to your taste. Sprinkle each piece on both sides with a few dashes of Teriyaki sauce.
  • Brown Steak – Heat a few drizzles of olive oil in a large grill pan or skillet. Add the seasoned steak to the skillet. Brown on both sides then remove to the baking sheet.
  • Vegetables – Add the green pepper and onion to the skillet. Season with garlic salt and red pepper flakes. Adjust the amount to your taste. Cook until beginning to soften and brown leaving crisp tender.
  • Combine – Top the steaks evenly with the green pepper and onion then cover each steak with 2 pieces of mozzarella cheese.
  • Broil to Melt the Cheese – Place into the oven under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly, melted and browned.
  • Rest for 5 minutes then serve on toasted garlic butter hoagie rolls.
step-by-step images steak, peppers and onion with cheese on a pan

How to Make the Best Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steaks Recipe

My life is crazy busy just like yours. I have two sons and they both have voracious appetites that I struggle to satisfy some days. I love dishes you can personalize, and that’s one more reason to love this easy dish as they can each be changed to suit everyone’s taste.

  • Ingredients you’ll need to make homemade Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steaks in the oven: 2 pounds cubed sirloin steak, steak season, olive oil, green bell pepper and onion, thinly sliced, teriyaki sauce, garlic salt, sliced mozzarella cheese and toasted hoagie rolls for serving.
  • Kitchen gadgets you’ll need: A large sheet pan, measuring cups and spoons, a sharp knife and a cutting board.
  • You can top these steaks with any variety of bell peppers you enjoy. You can also add mushrooms.
  • When you’re feeling sassy try making them with a different kind of cheese such as habanero or pepper jack for a kick.
  • My sons eat these smothered steaks on hoagie rolls, but most often I eat them without the bread and it’s a fantastic meal either way. It’s meal-time in no-time, it doesn’t get any better than that.
  • Side dishes to serve with smothered cheese cubed steak: Creamy Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Chive Mashed Potato Puffins made in a muffin pan or BLT Layered Pasta Salad. A Classic Wedge Salad is always a winning choice and if you’re skipping the buns, a loaf of Cheesy Garlic Herb Bread will work beautifully.
  • Store leftover Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak chilled in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a 350°F oven or microwave.
Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak

More Southern Style Steak Recipes to Make

Other variations of cheese steaks you may like to try is my Three Cheesesteak Dip served with tortilla chips pita chips or garlic bread. Gooey and delicious family style  Mozzarella Cheesesteak Stromboli . My Slow Cooked Smothered Cubed Steak or Slow Cooked Swiss Steak served over mashed potatoes is comfort food done right. You might also enjoy this recipe for Philly Cheese Steak Sloppy Joes from Belly Full.

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Smothered Philly Cheese Cubed Steak

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Keyword: smothered-philly-cheese-cubed-steak
Servings: 6
Calories: 651kcal
Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 2 lb cubed sirloin steak
  • 2-3 tsp Montreal or Chicago steak seasoning
  • Teriyaki sauce
  • Olive oil
  • 1 large green bell pepper seeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 jumbo sweet onion sliced into thin wedges
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or black pepper
  • 12 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 6 garlic-butter hoagie rolls toasted

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to broil. Have nearby a large sheet pan lightly spritzed with cooking spray.
  • Season the cubed steak on both sides with steak seasoning. Adjust the amount to your taste. Sprinkle each piece on both sides with a few dashes of Teriyaki sauce.
  • Heat a few drizzles of olive oil in a large grill pan or skillet. Add the seasoned steak to the skillet.
  • Brown on both sides, cooking for around 2 minutes each side, depending on thickness then remove to the baking sheet.
  • Add the green pepper and onion to the skillet. Season with garlic salt and red pepper flakes. Adjust the amount to your taste. Cook until beginning to soften and brown leaving crisp tender.
  • Top the steaks evenly with the green pepper and onion then cover each steak with 2 pieces of mozzarella cheese.
  • Place into the oven under the broiler until the cheese is bubbly, melted and browned.
  • Rest for 5 minutes then serve on toasted garlic butter hoagie rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 651kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 1132mg | Potassium: 668mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 502IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 348mg | Iron: 14mg
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35 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    I made this tonight and my husband waited no time to scarf it down. so next time I think I may have to double it. it was amazing. I am so glad I found this recipe. thank you for creating it and sharing it with the world.

  2. 5 stars
    This recipe is outstanding! The flavors were incredible. Next time, I won’t put it in the oven on broil. Too hot for my oven. Thanks for a great recipe!

  3. This was yummy! I sliced the cube steak into thin strips then topped with onions, peppers & mushrooms then the cheese. Kids & hubby approved. Thanks!

  4. We made these this week! Very good flavor and filling Just wish we could find a way to make cubes steak more tender. But it was tasty, and we will make them again!

  5. 5 stars
    Delicious cubed steak recipe. I have been looking for a non-gravy option, and this is now my go to. We added mushrooms and it was amazing!

  6. 5 stars
    Hello thanks for this great cheese cubed steak recipe. How do u get such rich ideas??? I am going to try this for sure,

  7. 5 stars
    My family loved these. We didn’t have hoagie rolls so we used garlic toast and it was yummy!!!
    Thanks for sharing!! We will be making again and again…

  8. 5 stars
    This was really good. My sons are little so I left out the red pepper flakes and they just had the steaks with cheese, but it was simple and a crowd pleaser which is a near impossible feat!

  9. Will be making this recipe for my boys today, they are all too excited as we, as a family loves bonding over philly’s cheese steaks. thank you for this recipe hope it turns out the way it looks in the pictures.

  10. Made these tonight! Had almost everything in my kitchen except for the hoagie rolls which i subsituted for frozen 5 cheese garlic bread! It was my first time I was able to use my green peppers from my garden here in Indiana so I was excited! My boys loved it! Thank you for the recipe!

  11. I am going to try this tonight. I have everything ready to go, so when I get home, it will be a snap. I will post tomorrow and let you know what hubby thinks. Thanks for the quick idea.

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