Philly Cheesesteak Pizza

This homemade Philly Cheesesteak Pizza fuses two of your favorite comfort foods into one! Classic cheese steak flavors like succulent beef steak, sautéed onions and mushrooms, and melty Provolone cheese are loaded onto a golden brown pizza crust. This is the ultimate pizza pie for family night, Game Day, or a Friday night in!

• Quick and easy: Whip up this homemade Philly Cheesesteak Pizza in just 1 hour with minimal prep and cooking time. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings!
• Customizable: Tailor this steak and cheese pizza to your taste by adding your favorite toppings or adjusting the cheese blend. Let each family member get creative and make their own pie with a fun pizza toppings bar!
• Crowd-friendly: Whether it's movie night, Friday evening, or the Super Bowl, this ultimate Philly Cheesesteak Pizza is sure to satisfy the whole family. Enjoy a fun family dinner or impress your guests with this delicious twist on a classic favorite.

• Pizza dough: Use store-bought pizza dough for ease and convenience. I use refrigerated dough but frozen or homemade also works in this recipe. NYT Cooking has my favorite recipe for homemade pizza crust.
• Pizza sauce: Again, use store-bought sauce to make this Philly Cheesesteak Pizza come together easily. I like classic red pizza sauce because the sweet and robust tomato flavors compliment the meat and veggie toppings. But white Alfredo sauce would work just as well! I recommend a sugar-free pizza sauce for a healthier option.
• Provolone and mozzarella cheese: Double the cheese = double the fun! Provolone cheese is deliciously smooth and melts great, while mozzarella cheese is a must-have for homemade pizzas.
• Beef steak: Purchase shaved beef steak or thinly slice a steak for this Philly Cheese Steak Pizza. Ribeye is most traditional cut for cheesesteaks, but flank, skirt, or sirloin steak would also work great. You could also use leftover steak - just skip the cook and place directly on the pizza crust.
  • To slice your own steak: First, par-freeze for 30 minutes to 1 hour to firm it up. Then, make thin slices about ¼-⅛ inch thick against the grain and at a slight angle.
• Onion, bell pepper, mushroom, and garlic: Classic cheese steak veggie additions. When sautéed, they add delicious caramelized flavor.
• Worcestershire sauce: Has a savory, slightly tangy flavor. It adds umami to recipes like this pizza, BBQ Chicken Drumsticks, and French Onion Chicken Pasta Bake.
• Cooking oil: Avocado oil is my favorite oil to cook, fry, and sauté with because of its high smoke point (500°F) and neutral flavor.
• Kosher salt: The salt amounts listed in this recipe are for Diamond Crystal kosher salt. If using Morton kosher salt, sea salt, or Himalayan pink salt, reduce by half. If using table salt, reduce the salt by ¼.

• Feel free to use any type of sauce you'd like. You can never go wrong with classic red pizza sauce, but you can substitute it with marinara, alfredo, or no sauce at all!
• Don't feel like steak? Use ground beef instead. Even thinly sliced chicken works!
• Make a Supreme Philly Cheesesteak Pizza by adding pepperoni, Italian sausage, and olives. Talk about hearty!
• If you like a little extra spice on your pizza, top with jalapenos or banana peppers as well.
• If you're looking for low-carb options, look for or cauliflower or almond flour crusts at the supermarket. You could also substitute the pizza dough with portobello mushroom caps or eggplant slices.
• I grew up on French bread pizzas and love the nostalgic comfort. To make a Philly Cheesesteak version, slice a French bread loaf in half lengthwise and load both halves with the toppings. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and bread is golden brown and crispy.

STEP ONE: First, prep your veggie ingredients. Thinly slice the onion, mushroom, and green bell pepper and mince the garlic.

STEP TWO: Preheat your oven to 475°F and stark to work on your crust. Follow the package instructions and stretch to the shape of your pizza pan. I'm using a 14-inch nonstick pizza pan here but a baking sheet or cast iron works just as well.

Lightly brush your pizza pan with oil and transfer the dough to the pan. Par-bake in the oven for 3-5 minutes (or 5-6 minutes for a crispier crust). Then remove from the oven and set aside while you work on the toppings for your Philly Cheese steak Pizza.

STEP THREE: Next, heat a large skillet over medium-high to high heat. Add oil and when hot, add beef and season with salt and pepper. Sear over high heat until medium-rare and still pink, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

STEP FOUR: Add another splash of oil to the same pan. Cook the vegetables over medium-high heat until they start to soften, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and continue cooking until browned and caramelized.

Next add garlic and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 30 seconds until garlic is fragrant, then turn off heat.

STEP FIVE: Assemble your pizza - top the par-baked crust with pizza sauce, shingles of Provolone cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Alternate between the meat and veggies for even coverage.

Bake once more for 10-15 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. Slice, top with grated Parmesan cheese and/or red chili flakes, and serve the Cheese steak pizza warm.

• Let the pizza dough come to room temperature. It'll be more pliable and easier to handle while stretching, and also ensure the gluten in the dough relaxes for a more tender and chewy crust.
• Prevent the pizza crust from sticking to your pizza pan or baking sheet. Lightly dust the pan with cornmeal, brush with olive oil, or use a sheet or parchment paper.
• Opt for a crispier crust. In this recipe, we par-bake the pizza dough for a couple minutes to create a barrier between the crust and wet pizza sauce. This ensures for a perfectly crispy and golden crust! For more crisp, brush the edges with olive oil before baking and use a preheated pizza stone.
• Don't overcook the steak. In this Philly Cheesesteak Pizza, the beef steak is cooked twice: first on the stovetop, then in the oven. Prevent tough steak by slightly undercooking it in the pan - it should be medium-rare at most.
• Cook the vegetables first. If you place the onions, bell peppers, and mushroom on raw, they'll expel water while baking and make your crust soggy. Instead, sauté them first to tenderize and add extra caramelized flavor. Make sure to cook without salt at first to help them brown faster.

• Salad: Pizza and salad is a classic combo! Pea, Burrata, and Prosciutto Pasta Salad, Watermelon Beet Salad, Tortellini Caprese, or Fall Harvest Salad would be delicious with this pizza.
• Appetizers: There's nothing more crowd-pleasing than an array of appetizers. Some tantalizing options include Crab Spinach Artichoke Dip, Honey Garlic Chicken Wings, Potato Croquettes, or Mexican Meatballs.
• Pasta: Keep it Italian-themed and go for a pizza and pasta party! You can't go wrong with family-favorites Chicken Cavatappi or Fusilli alla Vodka.
• Dessert: Don't forget to end on a sweet note! Ube Cheesecake Bars, Pumpkin Brownies, or Caramel Apple Popcorn would make this meal complete.