Creamy Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes
A creamy twist on classic sloppy joes, this dish combines ground chicken with Alfredo sauce and mozzarella, served on soft sandwich buns for a quick, family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken Dark-and-white blend gives more flavor
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce Jarred is fine; homemade tweaks recommended
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Part-skim or whole-milk
- 4–6 pieces sandwich buns Hamburger buns or brioche for richer flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Optional
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder Optional
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Wait until the oil shimmers.
- Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces. Spread it into an even layer and let it sit for 1–2 minutes to develop color.
- Stir and continue cooking until no pink remains, about 5–7 minutes total. Use a meat thermometer to confirm an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Season with salt, pepper, and if using, garlic and onion powder. Taste and adjust seasoning as Alfredo is mild.
- Pour in Alfredo sauce. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer gently for 1–2 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the hot chicken. Stir until the cheese melts into the sauce.
- Spoon generous portions onto sandwich buns and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve sandwiches plain or dress them up with slaw, pickled jalapeños, or toasted brioche buns. Great sides include sweet potato fries or a green salad.