Philly Chicken Cheesesteak
A beloved classic gets a poultry twist in this flavorful Philly Chicken Cheesesteak recipe. This sandwich swaps out the traditional beef for chicken, melding tender meat with savory onions, melted provolone cheese, and a touch of green bell pepper for the perfect comfort food experience. Serve it up on a fresh hoagie roll, and you have a meal that’s sure to please any crowd!
Ingredients:
- 2 large chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mayonnaise or your choice of condiments (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts to the pan, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté until the chicken is fully cooked, and its edges are slightly browned.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet, and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if necessary, and sauté onions and green bell peppers until they are soft and caramelized.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the onions and peppers, mixing well to combine.
- Divide the chicken, onion, and pepper mixture evenly among the hoagie rolls, piling it high.
- Top each pile with slices of provolone cheese. You can place the open-faced sandwiches under a broiler for a minute to melt the cheese to a gooey perfection if desired.
- If using, spread mayonnaise or your preferred condiment on the top half of each hoagie roll.
- Bring the two halves of the sandwiches together, and cut in half for easier eating if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your homemade Philly Chicken Cheesesteak!
This delightful Philly Chicken Cheesesteak is perfect for a quick dinner, game day, or whenever you want a hearty and satisfying sandwich. The key to this recipe is to slice the chicken thinly for quick cooking and to get the onions and peppers to a perfect caramelization for that authentic cheesesteak flavor. Bon appétit!
Tips:
- For an extra-flavorful twist, marinate the chicken in your favorite seasonings before cooking.
- Use high-quality hoagie rolls for the best texture and flavor.
- Adding mushrooms or swapping the green peppers for other varieties can add a unique taste.
- For a saucier sandwich, consider adding a drizzle of your favorite steak sauce over the chicken mixture before topping with cheese.