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Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes Recipe

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4.6 from 138 reviews
  • Author: Victor
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes combine the comforting flavors of classic chicken parmesan with the casual, easy-to-eat format of sloppy joes. Ground lean chicken is cooked with onions, simmered in a rich marinara and basil pesto sauce, then topped with Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses on toasted brioche buns. This recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional sloppy joes, perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Mixture

  • 1 lb lean ground chicken
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Buns and Topping

  • 4 brioche buns
  • 1/4 cup garlic margarine or butter
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for toasting the buns.
  2. Cook the ground chicken: Place the ground chicken in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, breaking it apart as it cooks to ensure even browning.
  3. Add onions: Add the diced yellow onions to the pan with the ground chicken and stir together, cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and onions are softened.
  4. Incorporate marinara and pesto: Once the chicken is cooked through, pour in the marinara sauce and basil pesto along with salt and pepper. Stir thoroughly to coat the meat evenly with the sauce.
  5. Add Parmesan cheese: Lower the heat to a simmer and stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and meld into the sauce. Keep the mixture warm over low heat.
  6. Prepare the buns: Arrange the brioche buns in a single layer on a baking sheet, then spread the garlic margarine evenly on the cut sides of the buns.
  7. Toast the buns: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast the buns for 5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  8. Assemble the sloppy joes: Spoon the warm chicken parmesan mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  9. Finish and serve: Cover with the top halves of the buns, serve immediately while hot and enjoy this flavorful twist on a classic sloppy joe.

Notes

  • Use lean ground chicken for a healthier option, but ground turkey or beef can be substituted if preferred.
  • If basil pesto is not available, you can substitute with fresh chopped basil or skip it altogether.
  • For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce as it simmers.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute the ground chicken with lentils or meatless ground crumbles, and use vegetarian cheese.
  • Leftover sloppy joe mixture can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chicken parmesan sloppy joes, ground chicken recipe, sloppy joes, easy dinner recipes, chicken sandwiches, marinara sauce recipe

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