Description
These Slow Cooker Chicken Philly Sandwiches are a flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring tender shredded chicken cooked slowly with bell peppers, onions, and a blend of savory seasonings. Served on hoagie rolls and topped with melted provolone cheese, they offer a perfect comfort food option perfect for busy days or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 green bell peppers, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquids and Bread
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 6 hoagie rolls
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker to create a base for the vegetables and seasoning.
- Add Vegetables & Seasoning: Layer the sliced green bell peppers and onions evenly over the chicken. Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper across the top to evenly distribute flavors.
- Pour in Broth: Add 1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth to the slow cooker. This will help keep the chicken moist during cooking and infuse additional flavor.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts and use two forks to shred them finely. Mix the shredded chicken well with the cooked peppers and onions inside the slow cooker.
- Toast the Hoagie Rolls (Optional): Lightly toast the hoagie rolls for added texture and flavor before assembling the sandwiches.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture generously onto each hoagie roll. Top each sandwich with a slice of provolone cheese for a creamy, melty finish.
Notes
- For extra cheesiness, you can place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for 1-2 minutes to melt the provolone cheese.
- Feel free to substitute the green bell peppers with red or yellow for a sweeter flavor.
- Leftover chicken mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for quick meals.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences, especially if using salted broth.
- This recipe can be doubled to serve a larger crowd; just make sure your slow cooker is large enough.
