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Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Sub

Recipe by Fathima Yusuf (Shadiya) on InstagramAdded 4 November 2026.

30 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A hearty, cheesy Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Sub packed with tender marinated chicken, sautéed onions and colorful bell peppers, all smothered in melted cheese. The sandwich is toasted to perfection and served with a tangy orange‑hued sauce for dipping. Perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner.

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Method

  1. Marinate boneless chicken thighs with salt, spices, and Worcestershire sauce; mix well and let rest for 10 minutes.

  2. Heat a pan, add oil and butter.

  3. Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook on high heat for 5 minutes without stirring, then flip and sauté for 2–3 minutes on medium heat.

  4. Add diced white onions and diced red and yellow bell peppers to the pan with the chicken and sauté on medium heat for about 1 minute until the vegetables soften.

  5. Turn off the heat, place cheese slices on the chicken‑vegetable mixture, cover the pan and let the cheese melt completely.

  6. Fill each toasted sub roll with the cheesy chicken mixture, top with additional sliced red peppers if desired, and serve with the pinkish‑orange dipping sauce.

  7. Enjoy the sandwich.

Tips while you cook

Rest the Marinade
Allow the chicken to rest for 10 minutes after mixing with salt, spices, and Worcestershire sauce before cooking.
High‑Heat Sear First
Cook the chicken on high heat for 5 minutes without stirring, then flip and finish on medium heat.
Cover to Melt Cheese
Turn off the heat, place cheese slices on the mixture, cover the pan, and let the cheese melt completely.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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