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Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes are two of the best dinners in one sloppy joe recipe! Ground chicken and an easy homemade Alfredo sauce is all it takes for this delicious and easy dinner recipe.
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Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes Recipe
My family loves sloppy joes of any kind, and I love that this recipe uses ground chicken. Not only is ground chicken cheaper than ground beef, but it’s also a healthy and leaner protein source and it lends itself to take on any flavor perfectly.
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Today’s sloppy Joe recipe starts with a ground chicken mixture and then you make an easy homemade Alfredo sauce in a separate pan – combine the two and you have creamy sloppy joes with ground chicken and Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients Needed
- Olive Oil: This is some fat for when you’re cooking the ground chicken because it’s such a lean ground meat. Any oil can be used, I use extra-virgin ‘light tasting’ olive oil.
- Sweet Onion: Any onion can be used (white onion or yellow onion), I just prefer the more mild and sweeter taste of a sweet onion. Make sure the onion is finely diced.
- Garlic: Use 3 fresh garlic cloves that have been minced or pressed, use garlic paste, or use chopped garlic from a jar in the equivalent of 3 garlic cloves.
- Ground Chicken
- Italian Seasoning
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper
- Butter
- Heavy Cream: This is the base of the Alfredo sauce and I don’t recommend trying to substitute with a lower fat milk; you need the fat to create a thick and creamy base for the Alfredo sauce.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: You can use the ready-to-use grated parmesan cheese (in the shelf-stable can or refrigerated container) or for the best taste buy a wedge of parmesan cheese and shred it yourself.
- Garlic Powder
- Sliced Provolone Cheese: Sliced mozzarella cheese is another option or omit the cheese entirely.
- Buns
How To Make Ground Chicken Sloppy Joes With Alfredo Sauce (Printable Recipe Card)
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- In a large skillet pan:
- Over medium heat, add the olive oil and finely chopped onion and saute until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic cloves:
- Cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the ground chicken:
- Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook and crumble the ground chicken until it’s browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess liquid/grease from the pan.
- In a separate small saucepan:
- Over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder. Continue cooking, while stirring constantly, for about 3-5 minutes or until the Alfredo sauce is thickened.
- Pour the Alfredo sauce:
- Over top the cooked ground chicken mixture in the skillet pan. Stir thoroughly to ensure the chicken is evenly coated in the sauce.
- Simmer:
- For 10 minutes or until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve:
- The creamy chicken alfredo sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom bun and add a slice of cheese (if using). Enjoy!
How To Store Leftovers
Any leftover chicken Alfredo sloppy joes can be stored in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or a larger portion in a saucepan on the stove top. Add a splash of milk to the cream sauce if it has thickened too much during the fridge time.
Can I Make It Ahead Of Time?
You can prepare the Alfredo sauce and cook the ground chicken mixture ahead of time. Store them in separate containers, in the refrigerator, for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, combine the ground chicken mixture and Alfredo sauce inside a skillet pan, and heat together until combined well and thickened.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use ground turkey instead of chicken?
- Yes! Ground turkey works perfectly as a substitute for ground chicken in this recipe with no other changes needed.
- → How do I prevent my Alfredo sauce from breaking or separating?
- Keep the heat medium-low when making the sauce and stir constantly. Using freshly grated parmesan instead of pre-grated helps it melt smoothly.
- → Can I make this ahead of time?
- You can make the filling up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of cream if needed before serving.
- → What sides pair well with these sloppy joes?
- Try garlic fries, a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or even pasta salad for a complete meal.
- → Can I freeze the leftovers?
- Cream-based sauces don't freeze well as they can separate when thawed. It's best to enjoy this dish fresh or refrigerated for 2-3 days.