Chicken Sausage Chopped Cheese Sandwich
A flavorful twist on the classic NYC chopped cheese, made with chicken sausage and loaded with melty cheese, grilled onions, and crisp lettuce—perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb chicken sausage casing removed
- 1 small onion diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 hoagie rolls or hero sandwich rolls split
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tomato sliced
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 tbsp ketchup optional
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent and slightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7–8 minutes.
- Shape the sausage mixture into 4 mounds in the pan. Place a slice of cheese over each and cover the pan to let it melt, about 1–2 minutes.
- Toast the rolls lightly if desired. Spread mayo on each side and add ketchup or mustard if using.
- Spoon the cheesy sausage mixture onto each roll. Top with shredded lettuce and sliced tomato. Press gently to close.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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