Description
Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes combine tender shredded chicken with a creamy Parmesan sauce, creating an easy and delicious twist on classic sloppy joes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this comforting skillet recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner served on toasted buns and garnished with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
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Chicken Alfredo Sauce
- 2 cups cooked shredded or diced chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: a pinch of Italian seasoning
To Serve
- 4 hamburger buns or sandwich rolls
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to brown the garlic.
- Make the roux: Stir in the flour and cook for another minute while stirring constantly to form a roux, which will thicken the sauce.
- Add the milk: Slowly whisk in the milk or half-and-half, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add cheese and seasonings: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional Italian seasoning until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate chicken: Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken, stirring well to coat it evenly with the sauce. Let it simmer gently for 2 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
- Toast and assemble: Toast the hamburger buns if desired. Spoon the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture onto the bottom halves of each bun. Garnish with fresh parsley and top with the bun halves.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken helps save time and enhances flavor.
- Half-and-half makes the sauce richer; substitute with whole milk for a lighter version.
- To enhance flavor, feel free to add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce.
- Toast buns for extra texture and to prevent sogginess.
- Leftover mixture pairs well with pasta or rice if you prefer not to use buns.
