Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwiches (Print version)

Juicy chicken, onions, peppers, and melted provolone piled into toasted hoagie rolls for a hearty skillet sandwich dinner.

# Ingredients:

For the chicken filling

01 - 1 1/2 lb (680 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon for the skillet
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
09 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

For the vegetables and sandwiches

10 - 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
11 - 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
13 - 6 slices provolone cheese
14 - 4 hoagie rolls, split and lightly toasted
15 - Mayonnaise or hot sauce, optional for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Toss the thin-sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Let it sit for 10 minutes while you slice the vegetables.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until softened and lightly browned. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet in an even layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring only after the first side has browned, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches 165°F.
04 - Return the onions and peppers to the skillet. Add the butter and toss until melted and the filling looks glossy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
05 - Divide the filling into 4 loose portions in the skillet. Lay provolone over the top, cover for 1-2 minutes, and let the cheese melt fully.
06 - Scoop the hot cheesy chicken mixture into toasted hoagie rolls. Serve right away with mayo, hot sauce, chips, fries, or pickles.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served hot right after the cheese melts.
02 - Use chicken thighs for the juiciest filling or chicken breast for a leaner sandwich.
03 - Cook chicken to 165°F for food safety.

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