Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteaks

Health score
17%
Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteaks
45 min.
4
431kcal

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If you're looking to spice up your lunch or dinner routine, these Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteaks are a mouthwatering option that brings bold flavors straight to your table. Imagine succulent slices of chicken marinated in a smoky chipotle sauce, complemented by the sweetness of bell peppers and onions, all topped with gooey, melted sharp cheddar cheese. This delightful combination is not just packed with flavor but also creates a satisfying meal perfect for any time of the day.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves four, making it ideal for a quick family dinner or a casual gathering with friends. The infusion of chipotle chiles in adobo sauce adds a delightful kick that will awaken your taste buds, while the balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbs makes this dish both nutritious and filling. Add your favorite toppings or condiments, and you have a restaurant-quality cheesesteak that you can proudly call your own.

With only a handful of ingredients needed and the ease of preparation, you'll find that these Chipotle Chicken Cheesesteaks quickly become a go-to recipe in your culinary repertoire. So fire up your skillet and get ready to enjoy a meal that is as delicious as it is effortless!

Ingredients

  • cup bell pepper strips red
  • teaspoons bottled garlic minced
  • 12 ounces chicken cutlets thinly sliced
  • ounce chipotle chiles in adobo sauce canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • teaspoons olive oil divided
  • cup onion vertically sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • ounce hoagie rolls 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Remove 1 chile and 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from can; mince chile. Set chile and sauce aside. Reserve remaining chiles and sauce for another use.
  2. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken; saut 4 minutes or until done.
  4. Remove chicken from pan.
  5. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in pan over medium-high heat.
  6. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, and thyme; saut 4 minutes. Stir in chile and adobo sauce; cook 30 seconds.
  7. Add chicken and salt; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  8. Remove from heat.
  9. Add cheese, stirring until cheese melts. Divide mixture evenly among rolls.

Nutrition Facts

Calories431kcal
Protein27.93%
Fat33.09%
Carbs38.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.25
Glycemic Load
20.05
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.366521576177%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
8.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:431.31kcal
21.57%
Fat:15.77g
24.26%
Saturated Fat:6.24g
39.03%
Carbohydrates:41.78g
13.93%
Net Carbohydrates:34.43g
12.52%
Sugar:10.15g
11.28%
Cholesterol:82.78mg
27.59%
Sodium:667.09mg
29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.94g
59.89%
Vitamin C:52.47mg
63.6%
Iron:10.43mg
57.96%
Selenium:35.83µg
51.19%
Vitamin B3:9.32mg
46.58%
Vitamin B6:0.84mg
42.22%
Phosphorus:333.68mg
33.37%
Vitamin A:1481.75IU
29.64%
Fiber:7.35g
29.4%
Calcium:227.41mg
22.74%
Vitamin B5:1.51mg
15.11%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.03%
Potassium:484.09mg
13.83%
Zinc:1.73mg
11.52%
Magnesium:39mg
9.75%
Folate:34.34µg
8.58%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.44%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.84%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.8%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.1%
Vitamin K:5.15µg
4.91%
Copper:0.06mg
3.12%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.7%
Source:My Recipes