Description
Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes combine tender shredded chicken with creamy Alfredo sauce and savory seasonings, served on toasted buns for a rich, comforting twist on the classic sloppy joe. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual gathering, delivering indulgent flavor with minimal effort.
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
For Serving
- 4 burger buns (preferably brioche or soft rolls)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering to prepare for sautéing the chicken.
- Add Chicken: Add the shredded cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the hot oil, warming it through.
- Season Chicken: Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Add Alfredo Sauce: Pour in the Alfredo sauce and stir until all the chicken is fully coated. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to thicken and meld flavors.
- Toast Buns: While the chicken mixture simmers, toast the burger buns in a separate skillet or toaster until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Assemble Sloppy Joes: Spoon generous portions of the warm chicken Alfredo mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese on top of the chicken mixture if desired for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Top Buns: Place the top halves of the buns over the assembled filling to complete the sandwiches.
- Serve: Serve your Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes immediately while warm and enjoy this creamy, savory sandwich delight.
Notes
- Use store-bought Alfredo sauce for convenience or homemade for richer flavor.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken is a quick shortcut to save time.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to spice up the filling if desired.
- For a lower-fat version, use a light Alfredo sauce or substitute with a creamy Greek yogurt sauce.
- Toast buns thoroughly to prevent sogginess from the sauce.
