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Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes Recipe

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes combine the comforting flavors of classic chicken Parmesan with the casual, handheld convenience of a sloppy joe sandwich. Ground lean chicken is cooked with diced onions, marinara sauce, basil pesto, and Parmesan cheese, then served on toasted brioche buns topped with melted mozzarella cheese for a delicious and easy meal perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Sloppy Joe Mixture

  • 1 lb lean ground chicken
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Buns and Toppings

  • 4 brioche buns
  • 1/4 cup garlic margarine or butter
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for toasting the buns later.
  2. Cook Ground Chicken: Place the ground chicken into a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. As it cooks, crumble the chicken thoroughly to break up any large chunks.
  3. Add Onions: Add the diced yellow onions to the pan with the ground chicken, stirring to combine.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Cook the chicken and onions together until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink.
  5. Add Sauces and Seasoning: Stir in the marinara sauce, basil pesto, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the ground chicken evenly with the sauce.
  6. Simmer with Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and add shredded Parmesan cheese to the mixture. Stir thoroughly and allow the mixture to simmer on low heat while you prepare the buns.
  7. Prepare Buns: Arrange the brioche buns in a single layer on a baking sheet. Spread garlic margarine or butter generously on each bun.
  8. Toast Buns: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and toast the buns for about 5 minutes, or until they are golden and slightly crisp.
  9. Assemble Sloppy Joes: Spoon the hot chicken Parmesan mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the mixture, then cover with the top halves of the buns.
  10. Serve: Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and melty. Enjoy your Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes!

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or lean ground beef if preferred.
  • Use fresh basil pesto for the best flavor.
  • For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • These sloppy joes pair well with a simple green salad or crispy oven fries.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Sandwiches
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chicken Parmesan, Sloppy Joes, Sandwich, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, Ground Chicken, Brioche Buns

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