Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Delight

This filling Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak blends the spicy punch of Buffalo sauce with a gooey Philly-style sandwich to create a mouthwatering handheld treat packed with zesty goodness in each mouthful. Juicy shredded chicken smothered in hot sauce and covered with gooey cheese makes for the ultimate comfort meal with some serious kick.

I whipped up these Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteaks while friends came over to watch a football match, and they vanished quicker than anything I've ever cooked. They're now the most asked-for food at all our get-togethers, and my spouse swears they beat anything from the sandwich places nearby.

Ingredients

• Boneless skinless chicken breasts: This soft meat pulls apart easily and soaks up all the buffalo flavors while staying moist
• Buffalo sauce: Frank's RedHot gives you that signature spicy zip that makes buffalo taste like buffalo
• Butter: Adds smoothness and tones down the sauce's heat for the right taste balance
• Hoagie rolls: Pick quality rolls with a bit of crunch outside to handle the wet filling properly
• Provolone cheese: Its subtle taste and great meltability provides a smooth creamy foundation
• Blue cheese crumbles: Delivers that real buffalo wing feeling with its bold tangy flavor
• Celery: Offers refreshing snap and links to classic buffalo wing side flavors
• Ranch or blue cheese dressing: Not required but really nice for extra creaminess and cooling down the spice

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the Chicken:

Add chicken breasts to a big skillet and pour water over them. Heat to a light simmer on medium and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until they reach 165°F inside. This slow cooking way makes sure your chicken stays soft and will pull apart nicely without drying out.

Shred and Season:

Take the cooked chicken out to a board and pull it into thin strands using two forks. The skinnier you make the shreds, the more they'll feel like real cheesesteak texture and soak up the buffalo sauce better.

Create Buffalo Sauce:

Using the same pan, melt butter on medium heat. Pour in buffalo sauce and mix well. The butter makes the sauce richer while softening the spiciness, giving you that true buffalo taste that sticks just right.

Combine Chicken and Sauce:

Put the shredded chicken back in the pan and mix until it's all covered in the buffalo sauce. Let it cook for another 2 to 3 minutes so the chicken can really soak up those hot flavors all the way through.

Prepare the Rolls:

Cut hoagie rolls lengthwise, but leave them connected at the back, making a pocket for the stuffing. Lay them open-faced on a baking tray. This helps keep everything inside when you're eating.

Assemble the Sandwiches:

Spread the buffalo chicken mix evenly into each roll. Put provolone cheese slices on the chicken, then scatter blue cheese on top. Getting the layers in this order really matters for proper melting.

Broil to Perfection:

Stick the ready sandwiches under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, keeping an eye on them until the cheese gets bubbly and the bread edges turn golden. The strong heat creates that classic cheesesteak melt.

Garnish and Serve:

Add chopped celery on top for some crunch and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing if you want. Eat them right away while they're hot and gooey for the best taste.

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The thing I love most about this dish is how the butter in the buffalo sauce forms tiny spots of richness that pop with flavor when you bite the sandwich. I found this trick by chance while trying to make a milder version for my kids, and now it's the secret touch everyone asks about when they try these amazing sandwiches.

Make-Ahead Options

You can get most parts of this sandwich ready beforehand for quick setup when you need it. Cook and shred the chicken, then keep it apart from the buffalo sauce mix in sealed containers in your fridge for up to three days. When you're ready to eat, just warm up the chicken, mix it with the heated sauce, and finish building your sandwiches. This works great for planning meals or when company's coming over.

Serving Suggestions

These Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteaks fill you up enough to eat alone, but they go really well with certain sides. Crunchy fries or chips contrast nicely with the soft sandwich. Cool coleslaw helps balance out the heat, while celery and carrot sticks with extra blue cheese dressing match the typical buffalo wing sides. If you want a bigger meal, add a simple green salad with light dressing.

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Customization Ideas

Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteaks can change up easily to match what you like. Trade hoagie rolls for tortillas to make buffalo chicken wraps. Try small buns for party-sized mini sandwiches. Want fewer carbs? Put the buffalo chicken mix on a salad or in lettuce cups instead. You can also try different cheeses like pepper jack if you want more heat or something milder like mozzarella for kids. Some folks like to throw in cooked peppers and onions for extra taste and texture, just like a regular cheesesteak.

Storage and Reheating

Keep any leftover made sandwiches wrapped tight in foil in the fridge for up to two days. Just the buffalo chicken mix by itself will stay good for up to four days in a sealed container in the fridge. To warm up a whole sandwich, wrap it in foil and heat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes until it's hot and the cheese gets melty again. You can also warm just the chicken part in a pan or microwave and make fresh sandwiches with new rolls and cheese if you want better texture.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the ideal bread for this sandwich?

Go for hoagie rolls or sub rolls—they’re sturdy enough for all the fillings and won’t fall apart. If you like extra crunch, toast them, or leave soft for a fluffier bite.

→ Can I prep the chicken mix early?

Totally! Make the chicken mixture up to a day ahead and store it in the fridge. Assemble when you’re ready to dig in.

→ Which cheeses taste best in this combo?

Pick provolone or mozzarella for melty goodness. Like a tangy kick? Sprinkle in some blue cheese instead!

→ How can I tone down or amp up the spice?

For a milder touch, use less hot sauce or add a pat of butter. Want it hotter? Throw in more hot sauce or sprinkle with cayenne.

→ Which sides go well with this dish?

Classic crispy fries, creamy coleslaw, or a bright green salad are all great options that balance the bold flavors.

→ Can this dish work for gluten-free diets?

Yes, just switch to gluten-free rolls and check that all other ingredients, like Buffalo sauce, are gluten-free certified.