Description
This Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe features a flavorful and easy-to-make ground chicken filling simmered with classic sloppy joe seasonings. Served on toasted brioche buns, it’s a delicious twist on the traditional sloppy joe that comes together in just 35 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (not extra virgin, or avocado oil)
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup water (add more if needed)
To Serve
- 4-6 brioche buns
Instructions
- Heat oil and cook chicken mixture: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken, diced onion, minced garlic, and diced green bell pepper. Cook, breaking up the chicken with a spatula, until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add sauces and seasonings: Reduce heat to medium, then add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, tomato paste, and chili powder directly to the skillet. Stir well to evenly coat the chicken and vegetables with the sauce mixture.
- Incorporate water: Pour in ¼ cup of water and stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Simmer the mixture: Reduce heat to low and simmer the chicken mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld together and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toast brioche buns: While the mixture simmers, toast the brioche buns in the oven or on a griddle with a little butter until they are lightly golden and crisp.
- Assemble sandwiches: Spoon the sloppy joe chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted brioche buns, then top with the other halves.
- Serve immediately: Serve your chicken sloppy joes hot with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking during cooking.
- You can adjust the chili powder based on your preferred spice level.
- If the mixture becomes too thick, add a little more water to reach desired consistency.
- For a richer flavor, lightly butter the buns before toasting.
- This recipe works well with other ground meats if desired, such as turkey or beef.
