Description
These Slow Cooker Chicken Philly Sandwiches are a delicious and easy meal featuring tender shredded chicken cooked with peppers and onions, seasoned with ranch mix and garlic, and topped with melted provolone cheese in soft hoagie rolls. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner with minimal effort thanks to the slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (green, red, or both)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Seasonings and Oil
- 1 packet of ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Assembly
- 6 hoagie rolls or sandwich buns
- 12 slices provolone cheese (or your preferred cheese, like mozzarella or American)
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker. Add the thinly sliced onion, bell pepper, and chicken broth over the chicken, creating a flavorful base for the chicken to cook in.
- Season the Chicken: Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker. Drizzle with olive oil and gently toss the ingredients to combine slightly, ensuring the chicken is coated with the seasonings.
- Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to shred with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly inside the slow cooker, mixing it thoroughly with the peppers and onions for an evenly combined filling.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Lightly toast the hoagie rolls in the oven or on a grill for a few minutes if desired. Spoon the shredded chicken mixture onto each roll, evenly distributing it across the six sandwiches. Place two slices of provolone cheese on top of the chicken in each sandwich and melt the cheese under a broiler or in the microwave for a few seconds until bubbly and softened.
- Serve: Serve the sandwiches warm, optionally paired with chips, fries, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Using a mix of green and red bell peppers adds both flavor and color to the sandwiches.
- Homemade ranch seasoning can be used for a healthier or customized version.
- Toast the hoagie rolls for added texture and to prevent sogginess from the filling.
- Cheese can be substituted with mozzarella or American slices based on preference.
- Leftover shredded chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the slow cooker before cooking.
