Description
This Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes recipe is a delicious, family-friendly twist on the classic sloppy joe, combining tender ground chicken with savory Italian flavors, melted mozzarella, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, all served on toasted sandwich buns. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Sloppy Joe Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Assembly
- 4 sandwich buns or hamburger rolls
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until they become fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink inside, approximately 7 to 10 minutes.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Melt Cheese: Mix shredded mozzarella cheese into the hot chicken mixture, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
- Toast Buns: Place the sandwich buns under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully until they turn golden brown.
- Assemble Sloppy Joes: Spoon the cheesy chicken mixture generously onto each toasted bun. Sprinkle each sandwich with grated Parmesan cheese, then serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use lean ground chicken to reduce extra fat.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences.
- For extra heat, add red pepper flakes during the sauce simmer step.
- Buns can be toasted in a toaster or on a skillet if a broiler is unavailable.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
