Spicy Fusion Sandwich (Printable Format)

A fiery twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak featuring buffalo-sauced chicken, melty provolone cheese, and sautéed onions on a garlic-buttered roll.

# What You'll Gather:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound chicken breast
02 - 4 hoagie rolls
03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter + more for buttering the bread
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder + more for bread
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/2 yellow onion, sliced (could sub for white onion)
07 - 1/2 sliced pickled jalapenos, roughly chopped (optional, could sub for banana peppers)
08 - 3/8 cup Frank's RedHot
09 - 4 slices Provolone cheese

→ For Serving

10 - Ranch or blue cheese dressing

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Place the chicken breast in the freezer for 30-45 minutes.
02 - Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Spread butter on the interior of the hoagie rolls and sprinkle with garlic powder. Arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer and set aside.
03 - Remove the chicken from the freezer, slice it as thinly as possible then chop it into smaller pieces, about 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch. Toss the chicken with the garlic powder and salt and set aside.
04 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Melt two tablespoons of butter then add the onions and jalapenos and sauté for 7-8 minutes until the onions have softened and are slightly translucent. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and set aside.
05 - Bake the hoagie rolls for five minutes.
06 - Meanwhile, add the chicken to the hot skillet, increase heat to high, and cook for 5-minutes, tossing occasionally, until slightly browned and cooked through.
07 - Reduce heat to medium, add another tablespoon of butter to the skillet, and cook until melted. Add the Frank's RedHot and stir until the chicken is thoroughly coated.
08 - Top the chicken with the Provolone cheese slices and cook until melted.
09 - Use a spatula to transfer the chicken mixture to the warmed hoagie rolls. Top with the onion/jalapeno mixture and serve warm.

# Important Tips:

01 - This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh, however, leftovers will keep for up to four days stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
02 - Partially freezing the chicken breast makes it easier to slice thinly.
03 - You can adjust the heat level by using more or less hot sauce and jalapenos.
04 - For a creamier sandwich, drizzle ranch or blue cheese dressing inside the roll before adding the filling.

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