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🔥🥖🧀🐔 Best Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak – Spicy, Cheesy & Totally Addictive!

Get ready to fall in love with your new favorite comfort food — the Best Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak! Combining the heat of buffalo wings with the melty goodness of a Philly cheesesteak, this sandwich is pure flavor in every bite. Picture it: tender strips of chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, layered with sautéed onions and bell peppers, smothered in melted provolone or white American cheese, and stuffed into a toasted hoagie roll. It’s the ultimate game day sandwich, weeknight dinner, or anytime craving fix that satisfies both your spicy and cheesy desires.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
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Ingredients
  

For 4 Cheesesteaks:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs (thinly sliced)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil or butter
  • ½ onion thinly sliced
  • ½ green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup buffalo sauce like Frank’s RedHot
  • 4 hoagie rolls or sub buns
  • 8 slices provolone cheese or white American
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for drizzling
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Equipment

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking sheet (for toasting rolls)

Method
 

Prep the Ingredients
  1. Slice the chicken thinly (easiest when slightly frozen). Slice the onions and peppers.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and no longer pink (about 5–6 minutes).
Sauté the Veggies
  1. Push chicken to one side of the skillet. Add onions, peppers, and garlic.
  2. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and caramelized.
Add Buffalo Sauce
  1. Pour in buffalo sauce and toss everything together until coated and sizzling.
Melt the Cheese
  1. Lay slices of provolone over the mixture. Cover with a lid or foil for 1–2 minutes to melt.
Assemble the Cheesesteaks
  1. Toast hoagie rolls lightly on a baking sheet or skillet.
  2. Spoon the cheesy buffalo chicken mixture into each roll.
Finish & Serve
  1. Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing, and enjoy immediately while warm and gooey!

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store leftover chicken mixture up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Freezer: Freeze cooked mixture (without cheese) up to 2 months.
Reheating: Warm in a skillet with a splash of buffalo sauce or water to keep moist.
🥄 Variations
Buffalo Chicken Philly Melt: Add extra cheese and finish under the broiler for a melty crust.
Ranch Lover’s Twist: Mix 1 Tbsp ranch seasoning into the buffalo sauce for tangy balance.
Spicy Upgrade: Add sliced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper.
Low-Carb Version: Serve over lettuce wraps or cauliflower rice.
Loaded Style: Top with crispy bacon bits and extra drizzle of buffalo ranch.
❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes! Just shred it, heat it in the skillet, and toss with buffalo sauce.
What cheese melts best?
Provolone or white American gives the perfect creamy melt.
Can I make it less spicy?
Use a mild buffalo sauce or mix with ranch dressing.
Can I bake the sandwiches?
Definitely! Assemble and bake at 375°F for 5 minutes to melt cheese and toast the rolls.
Can I use blue cheese crumbles instead?
Absolutely — it adds an authentic buffalo wing touch.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Use vegan cheese and butter alternatives.
What’s the best bread to use?
Soft hoagie rolls or Amoroso-style buns hold up best.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes — the buffalo chicken mixture reheats beautifully for quick lunches.
What sides go with it?
Try sweet potato fries, celery sticks, or coleslaw.
Can I grill the chicken instead?
Absolutely! Grilled chicken adds a smoky flavor that’s incredible.
🏁 Conclusion
The Best Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak is everything you love about spicy wings and melty sandwiches combined into one mouthwatering masterpiece. With juicy chicken, gooey cheese, and bold buffalo flavor tucked into a warm roll, it’s the ultimate comfort food that never fails to impress. Whether for game night, dinner, or a weekend treat — this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. 🔥🥖🧀🐔✨