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Healthy Crockpot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Recipe

Healthy Crockpot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Recipe


  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

This Healthy Crockpot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Recipe offers all the classic flavors in a lighter, convenient slow-cooker version. Tender shredded chicken, sweet bell peppers, savory onions, and melted cheese make for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

Scale

Chicken:

  • 1.52 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

Onions:

  • 1 Large Yellow Onion, thinly sliced

Bell Peppers:

  • 23 Large Bell Peppers (a mix of colors)

Garlic:

  • 46 Cloves Garlic, minced

Mushrooms (Optional):

  • 8 oz Cremini or White Button Mushrooms, sliced

Broth:

  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth

Worcestershire Sauce:

  • 2 Tablespoons

Seasonings:

  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder

Cheese:

  • 8 slices Provolone Cheese or 1.5 cups Shredded Mozzarella

Olive Oil or Avocado Oil:

  • 1 Tablespoon

Rolls/Serving Vessel:

  • 68 Whole Wheat Hoagie Rolls

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Thinly slice the onion(s), bell peppers, and mushrooms. Mince the garlic. Set aside.
  2. Optional Sauté: Sauté onions, peppers, and mushrooms in olive oil until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
  3. Layer in Slow Cooker: Place vegetables in the slow cooker. Add chicken, broth, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings.
  4. Slow Cook: Cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken, shred, and return to slow cooker.
  6. Combine and Marinate: Mix chicken with vegetables and juices, let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Melt the Cheese: Add cheese to the pot or on the sandwiches.
  8. Prepare Rolls: Toast hoagie rolls.
  9. Assemble the Sandwiches: Pile chicken mixture onto rolls.
  10. Serve: Enjoy your homemade Chicken Philly Cheesesteaks!

Notes

  • You can customize with additional toppings like hot peppers or pickles.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute tofu or seitan for chicken.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for later enjoyment.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours on Low
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Crockpot, Chicken, Philly Cheesesteak, Slow Cooker, Healthy, Easy, Homemade