Description
This cheesy chicken sloppy joe recipe is a quick, flavorful twist on the classic. With a tangy sauce and gooey melted cheese, it’s a guaranteed family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 brioche or hamburger buns, toasted
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper, and sauté until softened.
- Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour over chicken and stir to coat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto toasted buns and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added heat, mix in hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cheesy chicken sloppy joes, sloppy joe recipe, chicken sloppy joes, quick dinner recipes, comfort food recipes