Description
These Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich, featuring a creamy and savory chicken Alfredo filling. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional:
- 4 sandwich buns or brioche buns
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for toasting buns)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken Filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion until soft, add garlic, then mix in chicken, Alfredo sauce, Parmesan, and seasoning. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Assemble Sloppy Joes: Season with salt and pepper. Optionally, toast buns in butter until golden. Spoon chicken mixture onto buns, garnish with parsley, and top with the other half of the bun.
Notes
- Enhance with a slice of provolone or mozzarella cheese.
- For added texture and nutrients, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or spinach into the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
