Description
Enjoy a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic sloppy joe with this Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, these sandwiches combine tender ground chicken and rich Alfredo sauce in a handheld delight that kids and adults will love. Make mealtime quicker and tastier with this hearty, cheesy, and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken or beef for ground chicken Alfredo recipes
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk for creaminess
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4-6 hoagie rolls or sandwich buns for meals with hoagie rolls
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, chop the onion, mince garlic, and measure out the cream, cheese, and seasonings.
- Cook the Ground Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, then add ground chicken, cooking until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce: Add heavy cream to the skillet, stir well, and bring to a simmer. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Lightly toast hoagie rolls if desired. Spoon the Alfredo chicken mixture onto each bun, top with extra Parmesan and parsley.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with sides like salad or fries for a hearty, kid-friendly dinner.
Notes
- For a healthier variation, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or light cream.
- Use gluten-free hoagie rolls to accommodate dietary needs.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding red pepper flakes or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg