Description
This Healthy Crockpot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak is a delicious and healthier take on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2–3 large bell peppers (mixed colors), thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms (optional), sliced
- 4–6 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil or 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- 8 slices provolone cheese or 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for sautéing)
- 6–8 whole wheat hoagie rolls or sandwich buns
Instructions
- Start by slicing your bell peppers, onion, and mushrooms (if you chose to include them). Ensure all vegetables are thinly sliced to promote even cooking and flavor distribution. This is also the time to mince your garlic.
- If you prefer a deeper flavor for your veggies, you can sauté them before adding to the slow cooker. Heat your skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Sauté the sliced vegetables for approximately 5–7 minutes until they start to soften. After that, stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Once your vegetables are prepared, it’s time to layer them into the slow cooker. Start by placing the sautéed veggies (if using) or the raw sliced veggies directly into the bottom of the crockpot. Lay the chicken on top of the vegetables, making sure they are evenly distributed.
- Pour ½ cup of low-sodium chicken broth into the slow cooker, followed by 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and basil evenly over the top of the chicken.
- Cover your slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or on HIGH for 2–3 hours. You’ll know it’s ready when the chicken easily shreds apart with a fork.
- After cooking, remove the chicken from the crockpot and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken. Return the shredded chicken back to the slow cooker and stir it into the vegetable mixture.
- If desired, add half of the cheese into the pot and stir until it melts.
- Light toasting of the hoagie rolls can enhance texture and taste. If you opt to toast them, simply place them in the oven at a low temperature until golden brown.
- Using tongs, fill each hoagie roll with the chicken and vegetable mixture from the crockpot. If you didn’t add cheese before, now is the time to top each sandwich with a slice of provolone cheese or a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella.
Notes
For best results, opt for chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–6 hours
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 350 per serving
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Protein: 40 g