Description
Hearty Philly Cheesesteak Baked Potato delivers classic comfort with a delicious twist, blending Philadelphia’s iconic sandwich flavors into a crispy potato vessel. Melted cheese, tender beef, and caramelized onions create a mouthwatering meal that satisfies your craving for robust, satisfying cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1 pound (1 lb) thinly sliced steak (ribeye or sirloin)
- 8 slices provolone cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
Seasonings and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the foundation by scrubbing potatoes clean and puncturing several times with a fork to allow steam escape during 400°F (200°C) roasting for 45-60 minutes until exterior becomes crisp and interior turns tender.
- While potatoes roast, heat skillet with olive oil over medium-high temperature and quickly sear thinly sliced steak until edges caramelize and meat reaches desired doneness, seasoning generously with salt and pepper.
- In identical skillet, sauté sliced bell peppers and onions until vegetables soften and develop slight golden edges, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Extract potatoes from oven, slice lengthwise and gently separate inner flesh using fork, creating fluffy texture and inserting small butter portion into each potato’s center.
- Layer cooked steak pieces strategically across potato’s interior, followed by caramelized peppers and onions, ensuring even distribution of savory ingredients.
- Carefully position provolone cheese slices atop loaded potatoes, returning to oven for additional 5 minutes until cheese melts completely and develops slight bubbling surface.
- Retrieve from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately while ingredients remain hot and cheese maintains creamy consistency.
Notes
- Select firm, evenly sized russet potatoes to ensure consistent baking and perfect texture.
- Slice steak against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing experience.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for achieving better caramelization and deeper flavor on meat and vegetables.
- Experiment with different cheese options like sharp cheddar or cream cheese for varied taste profiles.
- Pat meat dry before cooking to help achieve a beautiful golden-brown sear and prevent steaming.
- Consider using leaner cuts like sirloin or flank steak for a healthier protein option without sacrificing flavor.
- Customize potato toppings by adding jalapeños, mushrooms, or crispy bacon bits for extra dimension.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-72 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg