Description
Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes are a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic sloppy joe, featuring ground chicken cooked with Italian seasonings, marinara sauce, and topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on toasted sandwich buns. This easy-to-make dinner combines the savory goodness of chicken parm with the casual fun of sloppy joes, perfect for a family meal or a quick dinner option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 sandwich buns, toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no longer pink and fully cooked through.
- Sauté aromatics: Stir in the finely diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season the mixture: Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper, stirring to evenly coat the chicken and aromatics.
- Add marinara sauce and simmer: Pour in the marinara sauce and reduce the heat to low. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese: Stir the grated Parmesan cheese into the chicken mixture until well combined, adding a rich, savory flavor and slightly thickening the mixture.
- Assemble sandwiches: Spoon the chicken mixture generously onto the toasted sandwich buns, distributing evenly among the four.
- Top with mozzarella and melt: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken on each bun, then cover the skillet with a lid briefly or place under a broiler to melt the cheese until bubbly and slightly golden.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a crispy cheese topping, place the assembled sandwiches under the broiler for 1–2 minutes until the mozzarella is browned and bubbly.
- Ground turkey can be used as a substitute for ground chicken for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with a side salad or garlic fries to round out the meal.
- Fresh basil is optional but adds a fresh, aromatic touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
