Description

Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes combine tender shredded chicken with a rich and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, served on soft toasted sandwich buns. This unique twist on a classic sloppy joe features Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, delivering comforting flavors in a quick and easy meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken Mixture

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works well)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes, 1 cup chopped spinach or roasted red peppers

Alfredo Sauce

2 tbsp butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Assembly

4 soft sandwich buns, toasted
Optional: shredded mozzarella for extra cheesiness

Instructions

Prepare Chicken: Shred or dice the cooked chicken. If starting with raw chicken, cook thoroughly until tender and fully done before proceeding.
Sauté Aromatics: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Make Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, then slowly add the grated Parmesan cheese while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Season the sauce with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the shredded chicken and any optional vegetables like chopped spinach or roasted red peppers into the Alfredo sauce. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly coated and heated through. Adjust sauce thickness by adding a little more cream if necessary.
Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture generously onto the toasted sandwich buns. Top with shredded mozzarella if you like an extra cheesy finish. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Optional Serving Suggestion: For a variation, serve the chicken Alfredo mixture over cooked pasta instead of buns to create a traditional Chicken Alfredo dish with a sloppy joe twist.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.
Adjust the cream quantity to achieve desired sauce consistency.
Add red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
To make it lower fat, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but sauce will be less rich.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Sandwiches
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Sloppy Joes, Sandwich, Italian Inspired, Quick Dinner, Creamy Chicken