Description
This Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes recipe transforms the classic sloppy joe sandwich into a creamy, Italian-inspired delight featuring ground chicken simmered in rich Alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning. Perfectly toasted sandwich rolls are filled with this flavorful mixture and topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 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
Sandwich and Garnish
- 4 sandwich rolls or hamburger buns
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil and cook onion: 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.
- Combine Alfredo sauce and broth: Stir in the Alfredo sauce and chicken broth, mixing well to combine.
- Add cheese and seasoning: Add the mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is creamy.
- Season to taste: Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Toast rolls: 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: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and cover with the top halves of the rolls.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use store-bought Alfredo sauce to save time or make your own for a homemade touch.
- Ground turkey or beef can be substituted for ground chicken if preferred.
- Adjust the seasoning and cheese amounts to suit your taste.
- For added veggies, consider stirring in some finely chopped spinach or mushrooms in step 4.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
