Description
A creamy and flavorful twist on traditional sloppy joes, Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes combine tender shredded chicken with a rich homemade Alfredo sauce, seasoned with Italian herbs and served on soft toasted sandwich buns. This recipe offers a delightful fusion of comfort food and Italian-inspired flavors, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works well)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, 1 cup chopped spinach or roasted red peppers
Alfredo Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Serving
- 4 soft sandwich buns, toasted
- Optional: shredded mozzarella for extra cheesiness
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Shred or dice the cooked chicken if not already prepared. If using raw chicken, cook it thoroughly until fully done and tender, then shred or dice as desired.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic until they become fragrant and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Make Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Slowly add the heavy cream while stirring, then gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese. Keep stirring constantly to prevent lumps and create a smooth sauce. Season the sauce with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Fold the shredded chicken and any optional vegetables like chopped spinach or roasted red peppers into the Alfredo sauce until everything is evenly coated and heated through. Adjust the sauce thickness by adding a little more cream if necessary.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture onto the toasted sandwich buns. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top if you desire extra cheesiness. Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to serve.
- Optional Serving Suggestion: For a different take, serve the chicken Alfredo mixture over cooked pasta instead of buns for a classic Chicken Alfredo meal with a sloppy joe twist.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
- If you want a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Adding spinach or roasted red peppers adds nutrition and color to the dish.
- To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free sandwich buns or serve over gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Sloppy Joes, Creamy Chicken Sandwiches, Italian-inspired, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner
