Description
These Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes are a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic sandwich. Ground chicken is cooked with sautéed onions and garlic, then simmered in a rich Alfredo sauce with mozzarella and Italian seasoning. Served on toasted sandwich rolls and topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this recipe offers a delicious and comforting meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 sandwich rolls or hamburger buns
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil and sauté onions: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook ground chicken: Add the ground chicken to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add Alfredo sauce and broth: Stir in the Alfredo sauce and chicken broth, mixing well to combine.
- Melt cheese and season: Add the mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is creamy.
- Adjust seasoning: Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Toast buns: Toast the sandwich rolls or hamburger buns to your preference.
- Assemble sandwiches: Spoon the creamy chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each roll, topping them with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish and top buns: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and cover with the top halves of the rolls.
- Serve hot: Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes!
Notes
- For a lower-fat option, use a light Alfredo sauce or reduce the amount of cheese.
- You can substitute ground turkey or pork for chicken if preferred.
- Adding crushed red pepper flakes can give a spicy kick to the filling.
- Leftover filling can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- For added texture, consider adding finely chopped bell peppers or mushrooms when sautéing onions.
