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Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks {Slow Cooker}

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Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks in the slow cooker come out juicy and tender. Top with onions, green peppers, provolone cheese and your favorite spread.

Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks on a brown serving plate

Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks are the perfect recipe for your slow cooker and these turned out delicious and satisfying. The chicken turns out tender and juicy IF you use a meat thermometer to test the chicken for correct doneness. Slow cookers are notorious for drying out chicken and making it flavorless and stringy so I never make a slow cooker chicken dish with it (except for soup-type recipes). Spices tossed over the chicken before cooking only adds to the flavor; this idea I got from my friend Mel over at Mel’s Kitchen Cafe. The combination of smoked paprika, coriander, garlic and thyme are exceptional. I added a little steak sauce to help mimic the meaty flavor in regular Philly Cheese Steaks. The slow cooker makes the green bell peppers and onion slices just soft enough but still flavorful.

chopped onions and peppers in slow cooker

This recipe couldn’t be easier, with a layer of the peppers, onions, chicken, and spices. And I hate to be a nag, but especially if you’re using a larger sized slow cooker, don’t overcook your chicken… or meal ruined! 😉

seasoned chicken on top of chopped onions and peppers in slow cooker

Once the chicken is done to 160F degrees (notice that subtle hint about the perfect temp for chicken doneness again?), it gets shredded and incorporated back in with the peppers and onions. This can stay on warm or low until you’re ready to serve.

cooked peppers, onions and shredded chicken in slow cooker

Provolone cheese is a must for Philly cheese steaks. Nice fresh hoagies round out the sandwich. The provolone gets melted until bubbly and then top with your favorite dressing; mayo and mustard, 1000 Island, relish- whatever you like.

sandwiches opened faced on baking pan topped with cheese for baking

Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks are a great, light alternative to beef Philly steak sandwiches. Serve with Yam Potato Salad or classic coleslaw.

Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks close up shot with cheese and peppers

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Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks {Slow Cooker}

Have an instant-read thermometer handy to check the chicken for doneness. This recipe is dependant on your chicken not over-cooking so check the temperature after 3 hours.
Course Slow cooker
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 201
Author Good Dinner Mom

Ingredients 

  • 2 teaspoons paprika, I prefer smoked paprika, but regular is fine
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 green peppers, cored and sliced into thin strips
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, or thighs
  • 3 Tablespoons steak sauce, like Heinz 57
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • Sliced provolone
  • Hoagie buns
  • Mayonnaise, mustard, or 1000 Island dressing for spreading on buns

Instructions

  • Spray a 4- or 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. (You may use a 6-quart slow cooker but your chicken will be done sooner)
  • In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons paprika, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon coriander, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon dried thyme and set aside.
  • Add 2 sliced green peppers and 1 sliced onions to the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle 1 teaspoon the dried seasonings on top of the peppers and onions.
  • Place 2 pounds chicken into a gallon-size ziplock bag. Add 3 Tablespoons steak seasoning and toss to coat. Now add the remaining dry seasoning to the bag and toss again ensuring all the chicken gets coated.
  • Lay the chicken pieces over the peppers and onions in the slow cooker.
  • Pour ½ cup chicken broth around the edges of the crockpot.
  • Cook on low for 4 or 5 hours, until internal temperature of the chicken reaches 160F degrees. (If using a 6-quart slow cooker, the chicken might be done after 3 hours)
  • Once chicken reaches desired doneness, remove to a carving board. Using 2 forks, shred the chicken, tent with aluminum foil and set aside.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove the peppers/onions from the slow cooker and then pour the liquid out of the slow cooker into a cup or liquid measure.
  • Return the peppers, onions, and shredded chicken to the slow cooker and add enough of the liquid back in to keep the chicken moist, about ¼ cup to start and add more as needed. Keep the slow cooker on warm or low until ready to serve.
  • Toast the buns under the oven broiler. Add some of the chicken and pepper mixture on each bottom half of the bun and top with Provolone cheese. Broil until the cheese is melted and slightly bubbly.
  • Spread mayo, mustard, or 1000 Island Dressing on sandwiches before closing tops and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Philadelphia Cheese Steaks {Slow Cooker}
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 201 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.02g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 97mg32%
Sodium 697mg30%
Potassium 719mg21%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 572IU11%
Vitamin C 36mg44%
Calcium 23mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Recipe adapted from Mel’s Kitchen Cafe. For more excellent Slow Cooker Recipes, be sure to check our Allfreeslowcookerrecipes.com.
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  1. Leonard s says

    February 28, 2023 at 5:37 AM

    5 stars
    We all loved it! Full of flavors! Thanks for sharing your recipes.

    Reply
  2. Lily Stevens says

    January 13, 2023 at 6:05 AM

    5 stars
    These have been our go-to lunch over the holiday break. Absolutely love them! You can make without peppers for the kids and extra cheese for the adults lol Great sandwich Sally, Thank you!

    Reply
  3. tobi says

    June 22, 2022 at 6:18 AM

    5 stars
    Really, really good!! This was a winner! I only broiled it for about 3 mins or( until the cheese melted) so the bread remained soft.

    Reply
  4. tracy walton says

    May 2, 2022 at 6:09 AM

    5 stars
    These were fantastic! I made a garlic mayo to spread on them but followed everything else exactly. Thanks for sharing this great recipe Sally, we love it!

    Reply
  5. erik says

    May 2, 2022 at 6:07 AM

    5 stars
    Very good! I used pepper jack cheese to give it a little kick. We really enjoyed these and will definitely make them real soon.

    Reply
  6. jeanine says

    May 2, 2022 at 6:05 AM

    5 stars
    I can’t even begin to describe how good these were. I’ve wanted to try making Philly cheesesteak chicken styles for months and finally was brave enough to try them tonight. Fantastic and so easy in the slow cooker.

    Reply
  7. Shay b says

    February 18, 2022 at 7:24 AM

    5 stars
    WOW! This sandwich was AWESOME! It was exactly what I was looking for since we don’t eat a lot of red meat and Philly cheese steak is one of my favorite sandwiches! this really hit the spot for my craving.

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    • Sally Humeniuk says

      February 23, 2022 at 9:25 AM

      Thanks, Shay! I’m so glad you liked it and it satisfied your craving. 🙂

      Reply
  8. allison k says

    February 18, 2022 at 7:19 AM

    5 stars
    I have made these sandwiches twice now and they were WONDERFUL! I don’t care if they are authentic or not, they are just delicious.

    Reply
    • Sally Humeniuk says

      February 23, 2022 at 9:26 AM

      Thanks, Allison. My family likes this version, too!

      Reply
  9. Cassie Smallwood says

    April 6, 2017 at 10:47 AM

    I love slow cooker recipes! These turned out amazing!

    Reply
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