Alright, let me tell you real quick — if you’re craving that classic Philly cheesesteak vibe, but you’re trying to skip the bread without skipping the flavor? Oh man… this right here is your recipe.
These Gluten Free Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers hit hard. Juicy steak, melty cheese, sautéed onions and mushrooms — all loaded into sweet, roasted bell peppers.
It’s a little messy, super filling, and every bite tastes like comfort. This is the kind of meal that makes you feel like you’re winning at dinner without even trying too hard.
And the best part? No weird ingredients. No hard-to-find stuff. Just simple, real food you can grab at any grocery store across the U.S.
Why You’ll Love These Stuffed Peppers
→ Gluten-free without feeling like “diet food”
→ Big, bold Philly cheesesteak flavor
→ Family-friendly (even picky eaters love them)
→ Super meal-prep friendly
→ No crazy cooking skills needed
This is that easy weeknight dinner that feels like a weekend splurge.
What Steak Works Best?
Here’s the trick: The thinner, the better. I like to grab pre-sliced steak from the butcher or slice a sirloin super thin at home. You could even use leftover steak or roast beef in a pinch.
Notes From My Kitchen
→ Want it extra cheesy? Add shredded cheese underneath the steak filling too.
→ No steak? Shaved chicken breast works beautifully here too.
→ Love heat? Toss some sliced jalapeños into the mix.
→ Meal prepping? These reheat super well for lunch the next day.
What To Serve With Cheesesteak Peppers
This dish is super filling on its own, but here’s what I love to throw next to it:
Roasted potatoes
Simple side salad
Sweet potato fries
Pickles (trust me, so good with steak)
Gluten-free garlic bread
Storage & Reheating
→ Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
→ Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or microwave until warmed through.
→ Freeze for up to 2 months (wrap each pepper tightly in foil, then store in a freezer bag).
Why These Work So Well For Gluten-Free Folks
Philly cheesesteaks are all about that hot, cheesy, steak-filled goodness. The bread? That’s just the container. Using peppers instead gives you the flavor bomb without the gluten crash.
Honestly — this recipe doesn’t feel like a swap. It feels like an upgrade.
Real Life: First Time I Made These
Not gonna lie — the first time I made these it was one of those lazy Tuesday nights. I had leftover steak in the fridge and some bell peppers sitting there staring at me like, do something.
Threw it together. Threw it in the oven.
Husband walked in like: “Okay, WHAT smells amazing??”
Kid took a bite like: “Wait… is this cheesesteak?”
And boom — these peppers have been in the regular dinner rotation ever since.
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Gluten Free Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For The Peppers:
4 large bell peppers (any color, but green is classic Philly style)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt & pepper
For The Filling:
1 lb thinly sliced steak (sirloin, ribeye, or flank steak works great)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (make sure it’s gluten free)
For The Cheese:
8 slices provolone cheese (or use mozzarella or even white American cheese)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep Those Peppers
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Slice the bell peppers in half, right down the middle (lengthwise). Pull out all the seeds and the little white bits.
Rub the pepper halves with olive oil and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.
Place them cut side up in a baking dish and roast for 15-20 minutes while you make the filling.
Step 2: Cook The Filling
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Toss in your sliced onions and mushrooms. Cook these down for about 7-8 minutes until soft and golden.
Add in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir for 1 minute.
Push the veggies to the side of the skillet and add your sliced steak. Cook for 3-4 minutes until just cooked through (don’t overcook or it’ll get tough).
Mix the steak and veggies together.
Step 3: Stuff Those Peppers
Take your roasted peppers out of the oven.
Spoon the steak and veggie mix into each pepper half.
Lay a slice of provolone cheese over each stuffed pepper.
Step 4: Bake Until Melty
Pop the stuffed peppers back in the oven for about 10 minutes — or until the cheese is gooey and perfect.
Notes
Thin-sliced steak works best. Add extra cheese for next-level goodness. Reheats like a dream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking + Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pepper halves
- Calories: 410 per serving
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg