Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwiches

 These Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwiches are a delicious twist on a classic, combining tender chicken, sautéed onions, and bell peppers with melted provolone cheese. Perfectly toasted hoagie rolls hold the flavorful filling, creating a satisfying sandwich that’s great for a quick dinner. With optional toppings like sautéed mushrooms or pickled jalapeños, you can customize each sandwich to your liking. It’s a hearty meal that’s sure to please the whole family.

These Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwiches are a satisfying and flavorful meal that combines tender chicken, sautéed vegetables, and melted provolone cheese. Perfect for a quick dinner, these sandwiches are sure to be a hit with the whole family!

INGREDIENTS

For the Chicken and Vegetables:

Chicken breast or thighs: 1 lb, thinly sliced for tender bites.

Olive oil: 2 tbsp, for cooking the chicken and vegetables.

Onion: 1, thinly sliced, adds sweetness and flavor.

Bell pepper: 1 (any color), thinly sliced, adds a crisp and slightly sweet flavor.

Garlic: 2 cloves, minced, for a fragrant touch.

Paprika: 1 tsp, for a hint of smokiness.

Salt: 1/2 tsp, enhances the flavors of the dish.

Black pepper: 1/2 tsp, for seasoning.

Dried oregano: 1/2 tsp, adds a subtle herb flavor.

Dried thyme: 1/2 tsp, for an earthy flavor note.

Soy sauce (optional): 1 tbsp, for extra umami and depth of flavor.

For the Sandwiches:

Hoagie rolls or sub rolls: 4, to hold the hearty filling.

Provolone cheese: 4 slices (or American cheese), for a melty, cheesy topping.

Optional toppings: Sautéed mushrooms, pickled jalapeños, or extra onions and bell peppers, for added flavor and customization.

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Heat the Oil

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 2: Cook the Chicken

Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3: Add the Vegetables

Add the thinly sliced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the chicken. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 4: Season the Mixture

Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 5: Add Soy Sauce (Optional)

If desired, drizzle the soy sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture for extra depth of flavor. Stir well to combine.

Step 6: Toast the Rolls

If desired, lightly toast the hoagie rolls in the oven or a toaster oven until they are crispy and warm.

Step 7: Assemble the Sandwiches

Place a slice of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Pile the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture on top of the cheese.

Step 8: Melt the Cheese

Place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler or in a toaster oven for 1-2 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9: Serve

Add any desired optional toppings like sautéed mushrooms, pickled jalapeños, or extra onions and bell peppers. Serve the sandwiches hot.

Serving and Storage Tips

Serve these sandwiches hot for the best flavor, with melted cheese and warm fillings.

Pair with a side of fries, coleslaw, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

Store leftover chicken and vegetable mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To reheat, warm the chicken mixture in a skillet over medium heat before assembling sandwiches.

Helpful Notes

For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a few dashes of hot sauce to the chicken mixture while cooking.

Try using a mix of bell pepper colors (red, yellow, green) for a more colorful and visually appealing sandwich.

If you prefer a richer flavor, replace provolone with a sharper cheese like cheddar or pepper jack.

Tips from Well-known Chefs

Chef Gordon Ramsay suggests using a cast-iron skillet for a nice sear on the chicken, which adds extra flavor.

Chef Bobby Flay recommends letting the cheese melt directly over the chicken in the skillet before adding it to the roll for a gooey, evenly melted result.

Chef Emeril Lagasse advises lightly buttering the hoagie rolls before toasting for a crisp, golden finish.

Chicken Sandwiches

These Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwiches are filled with tender chicken, onions, bell peppers, and melted provolone cheese, making them a hearty and delicious dinner option.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Total Time

30 Minutes

By: Lauren Mechelle

Category: Dinner

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4 Sandwiches)

Ingredients

 For the Chicken and Vegetables:.

 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced.

 2 tbsp olive oil.

 1 onion, thinly sliced.

 1 bell pepper (any color), thinly sliced.

 2 cloves garlic, minced.

 1 tsp paprika.

 1/2 tsp salt.

 1/2 tsp black pepper.

 1/2 tsp dried oregano.

 1/2 tsp dried thyme.

 1 tbsp soy sauce (optional, for extra flavor).

 For the Sandwiches:.

 4 hoagie rolls or sub rolls.

 4 slices provolone cheese (or American cheese).

 Optional toppings: sautéed mushrooms, pickled jalapeños, or extra onions and bell peppers.

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.

Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Add the sliced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

If using, drizzle the soy sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture and stir to combine.

Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in the oven or a toaster oven if desired.

Place a slice of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each toasted roll.

Pile the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture on top of the cheese.

Place the sandwiches under a broiler or in a toaster oven for a minute or two, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Add optional toppings like sautéed mushrooms, pickled jalapeños, or extra onions and bell peppers as desired.

Notes

Prep Time: 15 minutes.

Cooking Time: 15 minutes.

Total Time: 30 minutes.

Servings: 4 sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.