A chicken philly sandwich is one of the most heart-warming snacks you can make for all the family to enjoy. This delicious sandwich tastes just like it has come from an expensive deli counter but is so easy and fun to make. Just like the famous steak philly sandwich, this recipe uses chicken instead of beef for a softer and hugely nutritious option. Fabulous on its own for lunch or a tasty snack, this chicken philly recipe can also be combined with a range of side dishes for a winning family dinner.

Chicken Philly Sandwich

Delicious slices of meat, soft vegetables, and melted cheese all combine to form an explosion of heavenly tastes that will leave everyone coming back for more. If you’ve tasted the delights of steak philly, you won’t be surprised at how wonderful this chicken philly cheesesteak can be. Tender slices of chicken added to colorful sliced peppers and tasty onions create mouth-watering flavors and when combined with lashings of melted provolone cheese, the gorgeous texture is absolutely divine.

About ingredients

The list below is enough to make two hearty chicken philly sandwiches, but if you are cooking for more you can easily double up the recipe to serve more portions. It’s also a great combination to keep in the fridge and reheat for a second helping later on.

* 8 oz. boneless chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs
* salt and pepper
* 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
* 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
* 1 medium sweet red pepper
* 1 medium sweet orange pepper
* 1/2 large onion
* 2 tbsp. oil
* 4 slices Provolone Cheese
* 2 hearty rolls

You can mix up the peppers by replacing them with green or yellow pepper if you prefer, or if you’re looking for an extra kick even try a touch of jalapeno. For the oil, you can use your favorite, avocado oil, olive oil, or even toasted sesame oil all work really well.

Provolone cheese is a great choice as it melts so beautifully, but you can use white American cheese, Monterey Jack, or even Cheez Whizz.

For the rolls, the traditional choice for a Philly Cheesesteak is to use Amoroso rolls, but you can use sub rolls if you prefer. Chicken Philly is designed to be juicy, so whatever bread you choose needs to be sturdy enough to absorb some of that wonderful juice but still hold your sandwich together. Hoagie buns are a great alternative, and even hot dog rolls can also work well.

Chicken Philly Sandwich

A chicken philly sandwich is one of the most heart-warming snacks you can make for all the family to enjoy. This delicious sandwich tastes just like it has come from an expensive deli counter but is so easy and fun to make.

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 20 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 2 sandwiches

Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 8 oz boneless chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs
• salt and pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 medium sweet red pepper
• 1 medium sweet orange pepper
• ½ large onion
• 2 tbsp oil
• 4 slices Provolone Cheese
• 2 hearty rolls

Instructions

 

• Firstly, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder. Allow the chicken to rest at room temperature for these delicious flavors to absorb while you prepare the rest of the fillings.
• Using a clean chopping board, thinly slice the peppers and onions.
• Add a tablespoon of oil to a large skillet and set on medium heat.
• Once the skillet is warmed, add the chicken and cook, stirring gently, for about 6-8 minutes until the chicken is completely cooked through.
• Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside in a foil-covered dish.
• Next, add the peppers and onions to the skillet with a further tablespoon of oil.
• Season the vegetables with the remaining garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a dash of salt and pepper.
• Turn the heat up to medium/high and cook the vegetables, again stirring occasionally. Cook until soft and slightly charred, about 6-8 minutes.
• Cut the cooked chicken into thin slices using a sharp knife and add to the pan, along with any juices. Turn the heat down to medium/low.
• Stir to combine the chicken and vegetables and separate them into two halves, on either side of the skillet.
• Top each half with two slices of cheese and allow to melt. Adding a lid to the skillet will speed up the melting.
• While the cheese is melting, heat up your rolls in the microwave. Alternatively, you could pop your rolls in the oven but check the timings carefully so they are hot and ready.
• Once the cheese is melted, slice your rolls and add the filling to each one using a spatula.
• Serve your chicken philly rolls hot and enjoy!

Keyword chicken philly

GET CREATIVE!

While this chicken philly cheesesteak is delicious on its own, you might like to add some extras to give your sandwich a personal touch! Hot sauce makes an excellent topping, as does cool mayonnaise or ketchup. Or, you might like to try adding some barbecue sauce to mix those flavors up a little.

Some shredded lettuce and sliced tomato added to the sandwich also makes a tasty alternative. You might even like to mix up the vegetables in the recipe. Try substituting the red pepper with either green or yellow bell peppers, or add some chilies for a little more spice. You could also pop in some sweetcorn or shredded carrots to the vegetable mix either while cooking or at the end.

Experiment with some different seasonings to add more subtle changes. Garlic lovers might like to increase the quantity of garlic powder or add fresh minced garlic to the vegetables. You could try adding oregano or basil to give the chicken a different twist.

This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. Simply slice your cooked chicken and add it to the cooked vegetables to save a little time.

If you like your cheese extra bubbly, you could finish off your rolls by broiling. Once the chicken and cooked vegetables are combined in the skillet, add to the sliced rolls and place two slices of cheese directly on top. Broil your rolls open-faced in the oven until the cheese melts and turns golden.

NUTRITION INFORMATION OF CHICKEN PHILLY

Cooked as above, one sandwich should give you around 500 calories, 57g carbohydrates, 30g protein, and around 17g fat (5g saturated). There is also up to 20mg of vitamin C and 219mg of calcium per serving.

HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST

Once you have tried making this delicious chicken philly recipe at home, you’ll never see a shop-bought sandwich the same way again. This recipe oozes flavor and comfort, not to mention how the enticing aromas from the kitchen as you cook tantalize your senses even more.