Classic Chicken Philly Cheesesteak
Enjoy a lighter take on the classic with this chicken Philly cheesesteak, featuring tender chicken, savory vegetables, and gooey provolone cheese on a hoagie roll.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Griddle
- Pan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs thinly sliced (almost shaved, if possible)
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 1-2 bell peppers (any color, or a mix for visual appeal), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
- 6-8 slices provolone cheese or shredded mozzarella if preferred
- 4-6 good quality hoagie or sub rolls
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter for toasting rolls (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Thinly slice your chicken against the grain, which is easier if it is partially frozen; also, slice the onion and bell peppers into thin strips.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then cook the sliced onions and bell peppers, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized (about 5-7 minutes); remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet, then add the thinly sliced chicken; season generously with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper; cook for 5-8 minutes until cooked through and lightly golden, breaking up the chicken as it browns.
- Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet with the chicken, tossing to combine, then divide the mixture into sections on the skillet.
- Lay 1-2 slices of provolone cheese over each section, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the cheese melt for 1-2 minutes until gooey and bubbly.
- While the cheese melts, lightly butter and toast the hoagie rolls on a separate pan or under the broiler for a minute if desired for extra crunch and warmth.
- Carefully scoop the cheesy chicken and vegetable mixture into the toasted hoagie rolls and serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vegetables while sautéing. You can also experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or mozzarella for varied flavor profiles.