Zesty Spicy Sandwich (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound chicken breast
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4 hoagie rolls
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Additional butter for buttering the bread
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Additional garlic powder for bread
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 yellow onion, sliced thin
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1/2 cup pickled jalapenos, roughly chopped
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3/8 cup Frank's RedHot sauce
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4 slices Provolone cheese
→ For Serving
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Ranch or blue cheese dressing
# Instructions:
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Place the chicken breast in the freezer for 30-45 minutes until firm but not fully frozen.
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread butter on the interior surfaces of the hoagie rolls and sprinkle with garlic powder. Arrange on a baking sheet and set aside.
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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 garlic powder and salt, ensuring even coating.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then add onions and jalapenos. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until softened and slightly translucent. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
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Place prepared hoagie rolls in the oven and bake for 5 minutes to achieve a slightly crisp texture.
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Heat the same skillet over high heat and add the chicken pieces. Cook for 5 minutes, tossing occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
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Reduce skillet heat to medium, add 1 tablespoon butter, and let it melt. Stir in the Frank's RedHot sauce until combined. Add Provolone cheese slices on top and let them melt for about 1-2 minutes.
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Transfer the cheesy chicken mixture onto the toasted hoagie rolls. Top with the cooked onions and jalapenos. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Partially freezing the chicken ensures thin slices for better cooking and flavor absorption.
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The butter on the bread prevents it from becoming soggy when the filling is added.
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Adjust spiciness by reducing hot sauce or omitting jalapenos.