Description
This Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes recipe combines the classic flavors of Chicken Parmesan into a fun and hearty sandwich perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Ground chicken is cooked with onions, garlic, and Italian seasonings, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese before being served on toasted sandwich buns with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
To Serve
- 4 sandwich buns or hamburger rolls
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant and the onions become translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the ground chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until the meat is browned and no longer pink, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Add tomatoes and seasonings: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Melt mozzarella cheese: Mix in the shredded mozzarella cheese into the chicken mixture and stir until the cheese melts and blends evenly.
- Toast the buns: Place sandwich buns under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully until the tops turn golden brown.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the cheesy chicken mixture onto each toasted bun. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, then serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use ground chicken breast for a leaner option.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Substitute sandwich buns with whole wheat rolls for a healthier choice.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
- For a lower-fat version, reduce cheese quantities or use part-skim mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
