Chicken Sloppy Joes
Savory, saucy, and delicious Chicken Sloppy Joes are a healthier alternative to the traditional ground beef option, and just as tasty!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil not extra virgin, or avocado oil
- 1 lb (450 grams) ground chicken
- ½ medium yellow onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium green bell pepper finely diced
- ½ cup (120 ml) ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water add more if needed
- 4-6 brioche buns
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken, onion, garlic, and diced green bell pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula, for about 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, tomato paste, and chili powder directly into the skillet. Stir well to ensure the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated.
- Pour in the water and stir, ensuring everything in the skillet is well combined.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- While the chicken mixture is simmering, toast the brioche buns in the oven or on a griddle with a little bit of butter until lightly golden.
- Once everything is ready, divide the sloppy joe mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted brioche buns, then cover with the top halves.
- Serve immediately with a side of your choice.
Notes
- This recipe will serve 4-6 people, depending on how much meat you add to each sandwich.
- Instead of ground chicken, use lean ground turkey, or any other type of ground meat.
- To Store: Leftover chicken sloppy joe filling can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure to store it in an airtight container or a freezer bag for freshness. Allow the filling to thaw before reheating and serving with fresh rolls.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving without bun | Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 801mg | Potassium: 885mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 541IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg
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