Cheesy Chicken Hoagies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Veggies
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1 lb of thinly sliced chicken breast or thigh meat
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2 tbsp of quality olive oil
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1 fresh bell pepper—any color—sliced into strips
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1 onion, thinly sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced finely
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1 tsp of smoky paprika
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1/2 tsp of freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 tsp of fine sea salt
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1/2 tsp of dried thyme for a hint of earthiness
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1/2 tsp of oregano, dried
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1 tbsp savory soy sauce, optional for a flavor boost
→ Bread and Toppings
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4 soft hoagie rolls or sub rolls
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4 slices of gooey American or provolone cheese
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Customize with toppings like caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, or spicy pickled jalapeños
# Instructions:
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Place a large skillet on medium-high heat and pour in the olive oil. Heat till the oil looks shiny and hot.
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Toss the sliced chicken in and stir occasionally. Cook until it's a beautiful golden color and cooked all the way through, around 5-7 minutes.
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Add the onion and pepper slices to the chicken and let them soften and caramelize slightly. This takes about 5 minutes.
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Mix in the minced garlic along with dried thyme, oregano, black pepper, paprika, and salt. Stir until the spices are fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
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Stir in the soy sauce at this point if you want more depth of flavor in the filling.
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Put the hoagie or sub rolls in a toaster or under the broiler until they're slightly crispy and golden on the edges.
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Place a slice of cheese on the bottom half of a roll while it's still warm to help it melt a bit.
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Spoon a generous helping of chicken and vegetables onto each roll.
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Set the sandwiches under a broiler just for a minute or two. Keep an eye on them until the cheese turns bubbly and gooey.
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Top with any extras you like—mushrooms, more veggies, or jalapeños—and enjoy your loaded sandwich!
# Notes:
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These sandwiches are awesome for lazy weeknight dinners or chilled-out weekend meals.
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You can prep the veggies ahead of time to make this meal come together super quickly.