Description
Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes offer a delicious twist on the classic sloppy joe, combining ground chicken with Italian flavors like marinara, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese. This quick and easy stovetop recipe makes a comforting main course perfect for weeknight dinners, with a rich, cheesy sauce served on toasted hamburger buns. Optional fresh herbs add a burst of color and freshness.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for toasting buns)
- chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to release the flavors.
- Cook Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and fully cooked through, ensuring there are no pink spots remaining.
- Add Seasonings and Sauce: Stir in the dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes if using, marinara sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Toast Buns (Optional): While the sauce simmers, optionally butter the hamburger buns and toast them in a skillet or under a broiler until golden brown for added texture and flavor.
- Assemble and Melt Cheese: Spoon the warm chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the filling. Place the assembled bottom halves under a broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Serve: Top each sandwich with the remaining bun halves. Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve the Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes warm for a hearty and flavorful meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for ground chicken for a slightly different flavor and similar texture.
- For a lower-carb option, serve the filling in lettuce wraps or over spiralized zucchini noodles instead of buns.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder sandwich.
- Using fresh herbs like basil or parsley as garnish adds freshness and enhances visual appeal.
- To make the dish dairy-free, omit the Parmesan and mozzarella cheese or use dairy-free alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
