Description
This Chicken Cheesesteak Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts, sautéed bell peppers and onions, and melted provolone cheese. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe combines classic cheesesteak flavors with a healthy twist using lean chicken and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Other
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the sliced yellow onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook while stirring until the vegetables become very tender, then transfer them to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Place the thinly sliced chicken breasts in a single layer and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let the chicken cook undisturbed for a couple of minutes to develop a browned crust, then stir and continue cooking until fully cooked through.
- Combine and top with cheese: Return the sautéed onions and peppers along with any collected juices from the plate back into the skillet with the cooked chicken. Stir everything together to combine evenly. Sprinkle the shredded provolone cheese over the top of the mixture.
- Melt the cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid and let it sit over medium-low heat until the provolone cheese melts completely. Once melted, remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, slice the chicken thinly to ensure quick and even cooking.
- You can substitute provolone cheese with mozzarella or cheddar if preferred.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread or over cooked rice for a hearty meal.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- If you prefer spicier flavors, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the chicken.
