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Chicken Philly Cheese Steaks

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Juicy Chicken Philly Cheese Steaks loaded with tender chicken, melted provolone cheese, sautéed peppers, and onions on a toasted hoagie roll. An easy weeknight dinner packed with flavor.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches
  • Category: Lunch & Light Meals
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Ingredients
pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or chicken thighs), thinly sliced against the grain
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 bell peppers (1 green, 1 red), thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
½ teaspoon black pepper
68 slices provolone cheese (or white American cheese)
4 hoagie rolls, split
Optional: Garlic-herb mayo, Dijon mustard, or butter for spreading

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Toss well and let sit while preparing the vegetables.
Heat the remaining teaspoon of olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and bell peppers with a pinch of salt. Cook for 6–8 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for another 30 seconds. Transfer the vegetables to a plate.
Increase the heat to high. Add a little more oil if needed, then spread the chicken into an even layer. Cook undisturbed for 1–2 minutes before stirring. Continue cooking for another 3–4 minutes until fully cooked and lightly browned. Season with the remaining salt and pepper.
Return the cooked onions and peppers to the skillet and toss with the chicken. Divide the mixture into four portions and top each with 1–2 slices of provolone cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and cook for 30–60 seconds until the cheese melts.
Spread the toasted hoagie rolls with garlic mayo, Dijon mustard, or butter if desired. Fill each roll with the cheesy chicken mixture and serve immediately.

Notes

Freeze the chicken for 20 minutes before slicing to make thin slices easier.
Cook the chicken over high heat for the best sear and flavor.
Avoid overcrowding the skillet—cook in batches if necessary.
Toast the hoagie rolls to help prevent them from becoming soggy.
Chicken thighs can be substituted for extra juicy sandwiches.
White American, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack cheese also work well.
Add sautéed mushrooms or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Leftover filling can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet.