Heart-Healthy Chicken Cheesesteak

Indulge in the guilt-free satisfaction of this Heart-Healthy Chicken Cheesesteak, a wholesome twist on the classic comfort food! Lean, protein-packed slices of seasoned chicken are sautéed to golden perfection alongside an antioxidant-rich medley of red and green bell peppers, onions, and garlic. A touch of low-sodium chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce adds a savory, tangy depth of flavor without overwhelming your health goals. Topped with melty low-fat provolone cheese and served on hearty whole grain rolls, this lightened-up cheesesteak is high in flavor but low in saturated fat and sodium. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes and perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner, this wholesome recipe is sure to win over your taste buds while supporting your heart health.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 4 low-fat provolone cheese slices
• 4 whole grain sandwich rolls
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced red and green bell peppers, along with the onion. Sauté them for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the chicken to the skillet. Add the low-sodium chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 5-8 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and most of the liquid to reduce.

Step 7

Preheat your oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8

Place the whole grain rolls on the prepared baking sheet, open-faced. Evenly distribute the chicken and pepper mixture onto the bottom half of each roll.

Step 9

Top each with a slice of low-fat provolone cheese.

Step 10

Place the baking sheet under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 1-2 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over each cheesesteak, and cover with the tops of the rolls.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy chicken cheesesteak.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1421.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2153.4

Total Fat 67.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 425.6mg	0%
Sodium 3219.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 206.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1137.6mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2351.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.1%

Protein: 38.2%

Carbs: 33.7%