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Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Skillet

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This chicken Philly cheesesteak skillet brings together all the flavors of a classic Philly. Tender sliced chicken, sweet caramelized peppers and onions, and gloriously melty provolone come together in one pan. Easy and delicious!
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 20 minutes
Total 35 minutes
Recipe Makes (Approximate): 4

Equipment

  • 12-inch skillet with lid or use larger skillet with lid
  • chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • tongs or wooden spoon
  • Instant-read meat thermometer

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or other high-heat oil, divided
  • 1 ¼ pounds pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 medium bell peppers, thinly sliced
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 cup shredded provolone cheese or mozzarella

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion and sliced bell peppers. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until very tender and beginning to caramelize, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to plate and set aside.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon avocado oil to skillet over medium-high heat. Add thinly sliced chicken breast in single layer. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  • Cook undisturbed 2 to 3 minutes to allow browning on bottom. Continue sautéing until chicken is fully cooked through, 5 to 7 more minutes. Internal temperature should reach 165°F on instant-read thermometer.
  • Return cooked peppers, onions, and any accumulated juices to skillet. Stir to combine.
  • Top evenly with 1 cup shredded provolone cheese. Cover with lid and cook over medium heat until cheese is fully melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Make it a Sandwich: Serve filling in toasted hoagie rolls for a full Chicken Philly Cheesesteak sandwich.
Make it Dairy-Free: Omit cheese or substitute your favorite dairy-free shredded cheese alternative. The chicken and vegetable base is flavorful enough to stand on its own.
Storage: Refrigerate in airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat in skillet with splash of chicken broth, or microwave in 30-second intervals.
Chicken Temperature: Chicken breast is done at 165°F internal temperature. If substituting chicken thighs, cook to 175°F for optimal tenderness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate)

Serving Size: 1servingCalories: 373calProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 990mgPotassium: 765mgTotal Carbs: 9gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gNet Carbs: 7gVitamin A: 2206IUVitamin C: 81mgCalcium: 279mgIron: 1mg
Recipe By: Cheryl Malik
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