The Ultimate Air Fryer Philly Cheesesteaks Recipe You’ll Crave Daily
This air fryer Philly cheesesteak recipe is the ultimate combination of juicy beef, melty cheese, sautéed vegetables, and crispy toasted hoagie rolls—all made with minimal mess and maximum flavor. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or game day favorites, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste right from your kitchen.
Equipment
- Air Fryer Basket-style air fryer works best
- Knife For slicing steak and vegetables
- Cutting board For preparing ingredients
- Tongs To handle hot meat or rolls
- Skillet (Optional) For pre-cooking veggies if needed
Ingredients
Amount Unit Name Notes
- 1 lb Ribeye Steak Thinly sliced or use sirloin/shaved beef
- 1 Onion Thinly sliced
- 1 Bell Pepper Green red, or yellow, sliced
- 1 cup Mushrooms Optional sliced
- 4 Hoagie Rolls Or use French bread or brioche buns
- 4 slices Provolone Cheese Or white American cheese or Cheez Whiz
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing or coating vegetables
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Optional seasoning
- 1 tsp Onion Powder Optional seasoning
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Optional seasoning
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Optional for extra depth
- Salt & Pepper To taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the ribeye steak (tip: freeze for 20 minutes first). Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Slice onions, bell peppers, and optional mushrooms. Toss with a little olive oil and air fry at 375°F for 7-9 minutes. Shake halfway.
- Place seasoned beef in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Add cheese slices on top of the cooked meat while still hot. Return to the air fryer for 1-2 minutes until melted.
- Toast hoagie rolls in the air fryer at 350°F for 1-2 minutes. Optionally, brush with garlic butter.
- Assemble the sandwich: toasted roll, cheesy beef, veggies on top. Press closed and wrap in foil for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
- Pre-freezing the steak makes slicing easier and cleaner.
- Customize with chicken, turkey, vegan meat, or portobello mushrooms.
- Use low-carb tortillas or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Add hot sauce, pickles, or chipotle mayo for extra flavor layers.