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A delicious Chicken Cheese Steak Recipe featuring grilled chicken slices, melted cheese, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, and a creamy sauce, all layered inside a crispy baguette. A flavorful and satisfying sandwich perfect for lunch or dinner.

Best Chicken Cheese Steak Recipe (30 Min)

This chicken cheese steak recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering sandwich. Featuring seasoned chicken strips, perfectly caramelized onions and peppers, and melted provolone cheese, all nestled in a toasted hoagie roll. A healthier twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak that's ready in just 30 minutes.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Cheese Steak Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 545kcal
Cost: $17

Equipment

  • Large skillet or griddle pan
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Vegetables

  • 2 medium onions thinly sliced
  • 2 green bell peppers sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

For Assembly

  • 4 hoagie rolls
  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • Optional: sliced mushrooms hot peppers, mayonnaise

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients

  • Slice chicken breast against the grain into very thin strips
  • Cut onions and peppers into thin slices
  • Split hoagie rolls lengthwise, keeping them connected on one side

Cook the Vegetables

  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat
  • Add sliced onions and peppers
  • Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized
  • Remove vegetables and set aside

Cook the Chicken

  • In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat
  • Add sliced chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
  • Cook for 5-7 minutes until chicken is no longer pink
  • Return vegetables to the pan and mix well

Assembly

  • Preheat broiler
  • Place hoagie rolls on a baking sheet
  • Divide chicken and vegetable mixture among rolls
  • Top each with 2 slices of provolone cheese
  • Broil for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles

Notes

  • Refrigerate filling up to 3 days
  • Freeze chicken 20 minutes before slicing
  • Toast rolls before filling
  • Use cast iron for better caramelization
  • Don't overcrowd pan
  • Watch carefully when broiling
  • Try different cheeses (American, mozzarella)
  • Add mushrooms or jalapeños
  • Serve over salad (low-carb option)

Nutrition

Calories: 545kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 890mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g