Description
Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes are the ultimate comfort food, combining the classic flavors of chicken parmesan with the fun, messy experience of a sloppy joe. This easy recipe features savory ground chicken simmered in marinara sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella cheese, all piled high on soft buns. Perfect for casual family dinners or game nights, these sandwiches offer a delightful twist that is both satisfying and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 soft sandwich buns
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat a splash of olive oil and add ground chicken. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking up clumps.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; stir to combine. Let it simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Spoon the mixture onto each bun and top generously with mozzarella cheese.
- Place assembled sandwiches under the broiler for about 2 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different cheeses like provolone or Swiss. You can also mix in sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture.