Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes Recipe
A delicious twist on classic sloppy joes, this Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes recipe combines tender ground chicken with creamy Alfredo sauce, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs, served on soft hamburger buns for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Bread
Garnish
- Prepare the base: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook the ground chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Cook thoroughly, breaking it apart with a spatula, until no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add seasoning and cream: Stir in 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the cream to thicken slightly, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Melt the cheese: Gradually stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to cook while stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Assemble the sloppy joes: Toast the 4 hamburger buns lightly if desired. Spoon the chicken Alfredo mixture generously onto the bottom halves of the buns.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken mixture for added color and freshness. Place the top halves of the buns on each and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes can give the dish a subtle spicy kick.
- Use gluten-free buns to make this recipe suitable for gluten-free diets.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Sloppy Joes, Ground Chicken Recipe, Creamy Chicken Sandwich, Easy Dinner, Italian Seasoning