Description
This Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes recipe combines tender shredded chicken tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce with savory seasonings, served on toasted burger buns for a comforting and flavorful sandwich. Easy to make in under 35 minutes, this dish offers a delightful twist on classic sloppy joes with an Italian-inspired creamy twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 1 pound shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
- 4 burger buns (preferably brioche or soft rolls)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken mixture.
- Add Chicken: Add the shredded cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine well with the oil.
- Season Chicken: Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken, stirring thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Add Alfredo Sauce: Pour the Alfredo sauce into the skillet and mix until the chicken is fully coated in the creamy sauce. Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors.
- Toast Buns: While the chicken marinates, toast the burger buns in a separate skillet or toaster until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Assemble Sloppy Joes: Spoon heaping portions of the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- Add Garnish: If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken mixture for extra flavor and presentation.
- Top Buns: Cover each sandwich with the top half of the bun to complete the sloppy joe.
- Serve: Serve the Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes immediately while warm for the best taste and texture experience.
Notes
- You can use store-bought Alfredo sauce to save time or make your own for a fresher taste.
- For added spice, consider sprinkling red pepper flakes into the chicken mixture.
- Leftover sloppy joe filling can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Brioche buns offer a richer flavor and softer texture but any soft burger buns will work well.
- Adding a slice of mozzarella or provolone cheese on top before closing the bun makes for an extra cheesy sandwich.
