Ultimate Chicken Philly Cheese Steaks Recipe – Easy Sandwich Dinner Idea
These ultimate chicken Philly cheese steaks are packed with flavor and cheesy goodness. Tender chicken strips, caramelized onions, and sautéed peppers are layered in a toasted hoagie roll and smothered with melted provolone. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game day, or when you’re craving a hearty sandwich that hits the spot!
Equipment
- Large skillet or griddle
- Cutting board & sharp knife
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Baking sheet (for toasting rolls)
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 8 slices provolone or American cheese (or mozzarella)
- Optional: jalapeños, mushrooms, or BBQ sauce for variations
Instructions
- Prep chicken: Slice chicken thinly against the grain. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cook veggies: Heat olive oil in skillet. Add onions and peppers, sauté until caramelized (8–10 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Cook chicken: In same skillet, cook chicken slices until golden and cooked through (6–8 minutes).
- Combine: Return veggies to skillet with chicken. Toss together.
- Melt cheese: Lay cheese slices over mixture. Cover skillet with lid for 1–2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Toast rolls: Split hoagie rolls and toast lightly in oven or skillet.
- Assemble: Spoon cheesy chicken mixture into rolls. Serve hot.
Notes
- Cheese options: Provolone for mild creaminess, American for classic gooey melt, mozzarella for stretch.
- Bread tip: Use sturdy hoagie rolls to avoid sogginess.
- Variations: Add jalapeños for spice, BBQ sauce for smokiness, or mushrooms for a vegetarian twist.
- Storage: Keeps 3 days in fridge; reheat gently in skillet or oven.
- Pro tip: Cover skillet briefly with lid to melt cheese evenly and luxuriously.