Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes: A Flavor-Packed Twist on a Classic
If you’re a fan of the classic Chicken Parmesan and love the ease of sloppy joes, this recipe is the perfect fusion for a quick and delicious meal. These Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes combine the savory flavors of marinara, basil pesto, and melty mozzarella, all nestled between buttery toasted brioche buns. It’s a dish that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for a busy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 tbsp basil pesto
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 brioche buns
- 1/4 cup garlic margarine or butter
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F to prepare for toasting the brioche buns.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the ground chicken. Crumble it as it cooks, ensuring even browning.
- Add Onions: Once the chicken is starting to cook through, add the diced onions to the pan. Stir well and continue cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and the onions are softened.
- Incorporate the Sauce: Lower the heat to medium, and stir in the marinara sauce, basil pesto, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese. Let it melt into the sauce, creating a rich and creamy mixture.
- Prepare the Buns: While the chicken mixture is simmering, spread garlic margarine or butter on the inside of each brioche bun. Place them on a baking sheet, buttered side up.
- Toast the Buns: Toast the buns in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Spoon the chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top, then cover with the top half of the bun.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes immediately, while the buns are still warm and the cheese is melty.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 460 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
These Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes are sure to be a hit with the whole family. The combination of rich marinara, fragrant basil pesto, and gooey mozzarella makes for a satisfying and hearty meal. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just want something quick and delicious, this recipe is a must-try. Enjoy!
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Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This fusion of classic Italian flavors with the American comfort of a sloppy joe creates a delightful culinary twist. Our Chicken Parmesan Sloppy Joes combine lean ground chicken simmered in a rich marinara sauce with the fresh zing of basil pesto, all topped with a melty layer of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Stuffed into toasted brioche buns that are lightly buttered with garlic margarine, each bite is a decadent pleasure that’s hard to resist.
Ideal for a quick yet hearty meal, these sloppy joes offer a savory escape into Italian-inspired flavors with the ease of a sandwich. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, they bring a touch of gourmet to everyday dining. Each burger is a meld of cheesy goodness, aromatic herbs, and robust sauce, making it not just food but an experience to savor.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground chicken
1 cup diced yellow onion
24 oz marinara sauce
2 tbsp basil pesto
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
4 brioche buns
1/4 cup garlic margarine or butter
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F for toasting the buns.
Dump the ground chicken into a large sauté pan over medium-high heat and crumble it as it cooks.
Add the diced onions to the pan with the ground chicken, stirring well.
Once the ground chicken is fully cooked, mix in the marinara sauce, basil pesto, salt, and pepper.
Reduce heat to low, stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese, and continue cooking.
Spread garlic margarine on brioche buns and lay them on a baking sheet.
Toast the buns in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
Assemble the burgers by spooning the chicken mixture onto the bottom buns, topping with mozzarella, and covering with the top buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 460 Kcal