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If you’re a cheesesteak fan you might be wondering whether there’s a chicken version. And yes, there is! These chicken Philly sandwiches are a lighter and leaner take on the classic cheesesteak. Succulent thinly sliced chicken breast takes the place of beef and the chicken is spiced and topped with caramelized onions, mushrooms and bell peppers. Served with melted provolone cheese on toasted rolls, this mouthwatering sandwich never, ever disappoints. It is a quick meal, an easy-to-make and delicious sandwich, and the ultimate crowd-pleaser. It even works well using leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken.
Succulent spiced chicken, melted provolone cheese and colorful vegetables are served in warm toasted sandwich rolls. These chicken Philly sandwiches are so good.
Also try foil pack French dip sandwiches, a hot turkey sandwich, chicken Caesar wraps, or these Philly cheesesteak foil packets.
Why You’ll Love It
So delicious: This chicken version of a Philly cheesesteak is just as tasty as the classic Philly cheesesteak version. You’ll recognize the typical flavors and enjoy trying something a little different.
Easy to make: You season and cook the chicken, then cook the vegetables and combine the two. Toast the rolls, top with cheese, add the chicken and vegetable mixture, and serve hot!
Crowd-pleasing: Everyone is going to enjoy this chicken cheesesteak sandwich, whether you’re making it for a simple midweek dinner for the family or having friends over and wanting to serve something special.
Chicken Cheesesteak Sandwich Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Sandwich rolls: Hoagie rolls or hot dog buns work best. Avoid anything too delicate, otherwise your chicken Philly cheesesteaks might fall apart.
Chicken breast: I like to use boneless skinless chicken breast. You could use boneless skinless chicken thighs if you prefer. Just thinly slice it across the grain.
Vegetables: Mushrooms, peppers and onions are tasty in this chicken Philly cheesesteak recipe. Green bell pepper is typically served with Philly cheesesteak but you can use red if that’s your preference.
Italian seasoning: A combination of different herbs and spices, Italian seasoning adds plenty of flavor.
Provolone cheese: The flavor of provolone cheese works beautifully in this Philly cheesesteak sandwich. Use something else, perhaps American cheese, if you prefer it.
Garlic powder and onion powder: For more flavor.
How to Make Chicken Philly Sandwiches
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Cook the chicken: Season the chicken strips and cook in olive oil in a large skillet over a medium-high heat, then set aside.
Cook the vegetables: Cook the onions, mushrooms and bell peppers with some salt and pepper until crisp-tender, then add the chicken back into the pan.
Prepare the rolls: Open the rolls and top with provolone cheese slices. Broil and let the cheese melt.
The finishing touches: Fill the rolls with the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture and serve right away.
Substitutions and Variations
Gluten-free option: If you want a gluten-free version, ensure you’re using gluten-free sandwich rolls.
Rotisserie chicken cheesesteak: Save time by using rotisserie chicken. You can add the seasonings to the vegetables as they cook instead.
Different vegetables: Onions and bell peppers are typical Philly cheesesteak ingredients and the mushrooms are tasty too. You can swap the onion for shallot or omit it, use any color of bell peppers you prefer and use any type of mushroom or omit them. You can also add other vegetables. Although not traditional (well, neither is the chicken!) you can add anything from asparagus to zucchini.
Spice it up: Add some minced jalapenos or thinly sliced jalapenos.
Keto version: Swap the rolls for keto hot dog buns or another kind of keto roll, or forget the rolls altogether and serve the chicken Philly cheesesteak in a bowl, perhaps on a bed of salad leaves.
Serving Suggestions
Appetizers: Kick off your meal with one of these light and tasty appetizers.
Side dishes: Pair your Philly cheesesteak sandwich with potato chips, potato salad or a strawberry fields salad.
Desserts: How do homemade brownies sound to you, or perhaps you’d prefer one of these Swiss roll recipes?
How to Store Chicken Philly Cheesesteak
Store: Keep chicken Philly recipe leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 days.
Freeze: You can freeze the chicken and vegetable mixture without the bread or cheese for up to 2 months.
Thaw: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Reheat: Reheat the chicken and veggie mixture in a pan on the stove or in the microwave.
Top Tips
Crisp peppers: If you prefer your peppers crisp rather than soft, add them to the skillet at the same time as adding the onions.
Extra filling: Depending on the size of your rolls, you might have some of the chicken, peppers and onions mixture left over. You can enjoy this as a salad topping the following day or enjoy it in a wrap.
Cut across the grain: Cut the chicken across the middle (across the grain) rather than lengthways. It comes out more tender this way.
Chicken Philly Recipe FAQs
Yes, absolutely! You could even use pork if you wanted.
Choose something sturdy, not a delicate type of roll that will fall apart when you add the chicken and veggie mixture. Hoagie buns or brat/sausage rolls work well for Philly cheesesteak.
Thinly sliced chicken will take about 5 minutes to cook. I like to cut one piece open when I think it’s cooked through. If it’s white (not pink) in the middle then it’s done.
Chicken Philly Sandwich Recipe
Chicken Philly Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 4 sandwich rolls, sturdy hoagie rolls or similar
- 1 Pound boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced across the grain
- 8 Ounces white mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, large white, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- ½ Teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ Teaspoon black pepper
- ½ Teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ Teaspoon onion powder
- ½ Teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 Slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breast, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook the chicken until fully cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining olive oil to the pan with the sliced onions. Season the onions with a small pinch of salt, and sauté for 5 or 6 minutes, until softened and golden.
- Add the mushrooms and cook for 2 or 3 minutes, until just starting to soften. Add the sliced bell peppers and another small pinch of salt, and cook for 2 or 3 more minutes, until the peppers are crisp-tender.
- Add the cooked chicken back to the pan and stir the vegetables and chicken together. Move the pan off the heat while you toast the rolls.
- Open the rolls and place each roll on a baking sheet topped with a rack. Top each roll with two slices of cheese, and place under the broiler for 1 or 2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Top each roll with the chicken and veggie mixture and serve immediately.
Notes
Extra filling: Depending on the size of your rolls, you might have some of the chicken, peppers and onions mixture left over. You can enjoy this as a salad topping the following day or enjoy it in a wrap.
Cut across the grain: Cut the chicken across the middle (across the grain) rather than lengthways. It comes out more tender this way.
Nutrition
Chicken Philly sandwiches make a wonderful meal, perhaps paired with potato salad, potato chips or even a simple salad. Juicy chicken pairs with crisp-tender vegetables, provolone cheese and seasonings. These sandwiches are served hot and they’re a real crowd-pleaser. Serve up this chicken Philly cheesesteak recipe for dinner and you’re sure to have happy faces all around the dinner table.
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Such a great twist on a cheesesteak! The chicken, caramelized veggies, and melted cheese are unbeatable.
My family devoured this one. It’s that good!
Made this for family over BBQ weekend gathering, and it disappeared. LOL