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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Philly Cheese Steaks

by Sarah Olson on June 4, 2020 | Updated December 14, 2022 27 Comments

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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Philly Cheese Steaks have tender beef, onion, and peppers. Pile on a bun and top with swiss cheese.

White plate with sandwich with shredded beef and swiss cheese on top.

Here is an all-day slow cooker recipe for you. I know a lot of you work away from home and are looking for meals that could be left while you are away. This beef is cooked in plenty of liquid so it won’t dry out while cooked for a long period of time.

How to make Philly Cheese Steaks in the Slow Cooker:

In the slow cooker goes the browned meat, minced garlic, beefy onion soup mix, bell peppers, onions, and water.

slow cooker with bell peppers and onions

Below is the beef after it has been cooked and shredded. The beefy onion soup mix makes a delicious sauce for the beef.

shredded beef in slow cooker in juices

I used a giant loaf of French bread for the “buns” in this recipe. I also made hand-cut fries to go with them.

Shredded beef philly cheese steak with jo jo potatoes on side.

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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Philly Cheese Steaks

5 from 15 votes
When you're craving the classic Philly Cheese Steak but are limited on time, this slow cooker version is perfect for you.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 443kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 5 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs. bottom round beef roast 3-4 lbs.
  • 1/8 tsp. salt to taste
  • 1/8 tsp. black pepper to taste
  • 1/8 tsp. onion powder to taste
  • 2 Tbsp. cooking oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp. garlic minced
  • 1.1 oz beefy onion Lipton Soup Mix
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup white onion (one medium onion), sliced
  • 1 cup water

For serving

  • Swiss Cheese slices
  • Hoagies or sliced French bread
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Instructions:

  • Sprinkle the roast lightly with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
  • Set a large skillet over medium-high heat, once hot, add the oil.
  • Brown the meat on all sides then add it to the slow cooker.
  • Add the minced garlic, soup mix, bell peppers, and onions.
  • Pour in the water.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.
  • Shred the meat with 2 fork right in the slow cooker, discarding any fatty pieces.
  • Let the meat and juices settle for a few minutes to let the grease rise to the top.
  • Take a paper towel and lay it over the meat and remove immediately, most of the grease will be on the paper towel. Discard.
  • Serve on sliced French bread or hoagies, topped with swiss cheese.
  • If you want the cheese melted, place the cheese topped sandwiches in the oven under the broiler until the cheese melts.
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Nutrition Information:

Calories: 443kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 618mg | Potassium: 1013mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 73IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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    Comments

    1. Tori says

      November 2, 2022 at 1:43 pm

      Hi!
      This sounds delicious! Would I be able to make this into a freezer crockpot meal? Like prep all of the ingredients and put them into a freezer bag, then thaw and cook when I want to make it?
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 2, 2022 at 6:36 pm

        Yes! This meal can definitely be made into a freezer meal.

        Reply
    2. Adeline Callison says

      February 13, 2022 at 6:16 pm

      How many calories in just a 3oz serving of the meat?

      Reply
      • MaryOHara says

        November 21, 2022 at 5:36 pm

        Who cares

        Reply
    3. Annie says

      January 6, 2022 at 8:53 am

      What is a bottom beef roast? And what roast do you recommend

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 6, 2022 at 9:11 am

        Bottom beef roast you’ll be able to find at your store. It’s a less fatty roast. I recommend finding this one, or if you want a fattier version, get a chuck roast.

        Reply
    4. Nancy says

      October 21, 2021 at 2:20 am

      Can I make 10 pounds of this? How much longer would I need to cook it?
      Ingredient portions?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 21, 2021 at 10:58 am

        Hi Nancy, you will have to have a larger slow cooker, at least a 7-8 (most are 6-quart). You would probably have to cook it for 10-11 on low or 8 hours on high. It will take a long time to cook that much meat and you’ll want to keep the lid on the entire time.

        Reply
    5. Holly R says

      August 30, 2021 at 6:33 pm

      I’m so excited and going to try tomorrow. All I have is regular Lipton onion soup mix though and a can of beefy mushroom soup. Think that will work ok?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 31, 2021 at 7:54 am

        I think that should work fine.

        Reply
    6. Kay says

      July 31, 2021 at 12:19 am

      Can this be made in a pressure cooker?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        July 31, 2021 at 11:24 am

        Yes! There is the right amount of liquid so it will do great.

        Reply
    7. Jeanette says

      March 23, 2021 at 7:06 pm

      Would a Chuck roast work as well?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        March 24, 2021 at 9:55 am

        Yes, that works great.

        Reply
    8. Heather stiassney says

      March 16, 2021 at 7:48 am

      love your recipes but why do they have so much sodium in them any way to cut down on that?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        March 16, 2021 at 9:34 am

        Any type of packet will cause the sodium to be high. You can try making your own mixes.

        Reply
    9. Sherri deshane says

      February 14, 2021 at 5:28 am

      5 stars
      I have made this as well.you have to have patience with this slow and low process.in the end,delicious!

      Reply
    10. Elizabeth says

      December 5, 2020 at 3:11 am

      What is the serving size?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 5, 2020 at 7:32 am

        Depends on the exact size of your roast. This recipe serves about 6. You will have to divide the meat into 6 portions.

        Reply
    11. Lexi K says

      August 11, 2020 at 8:43 am

      Can browning the meat be skipped and just put in the crock pot? Or can I brown it the night before? I won’t have time to do it in the morning.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 11, 2020 at 9:23 am

        You can skip the browning if needed. Some say it’s not safe to brown the night before.

        Reply
    12. Julie Crawford says

      May 18, 2018 at 11:10 pm

      HI SARAH!
      SORRY 4 THE CAPS. I’M IN DIRE NEED. I’M MAKING THIS RECIPE TOMORROW AND NEED TO KNOW IF THIS CAN BE COOKED ON HIGH? IF SO, HOW LONG?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        May 20, 2018 at 10:09 am

        5-6 hours on high

        Reply
        • Julie Crawford says

          May 20, 2018 at 11:24 am

          Thanks so much for your response! Love your crockpot recipes!

        • Kellianne says

          January 19, 2019 at 7:44 am

          Hi Julie – did you make this recipe? How did it turn out?

    13. Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says

      May 30, 2016 at 6:42 am

      Oh my gosh! I LOVE the idea of making Philly cheese steaks with shredded beef! This looks amazing. 🙂

      Reply
    14. reneeskitchenadventures says

      May 27, 2016 at 4:34 pm

      What a fun and easy way to get those Philly Cheesesteak flavors!

      Reply

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