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cheesy chicken sloppy joe recipes

cheesy chicken sloppy joe recipes

Elevate your weeknight meals with these delicious cheesy chicken sloppy joe recipes - easy, flavor-packed dinners your whole family will love.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Cuisine American
Servings 5 people
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Slow cooker (optional, for longer cooking time)
  • Utensils (spatula, spoon)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 tablespoon mustard
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack
  • Optional for Variations: jalapeños for spicy, ranch dressing (for creamy ranch style)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Ingredients: Dice onion, bell pepper, and garlic.
  • Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned.
  • Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened.
  • Mix Sauce: Stir in chili powder, ketchup, mustard, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Combine thoroughly.
  • Simmer: Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  • Add Cheese: Stir in cheese until melted.
  • Serve: Scoop the mixture onto buns or bread of your choice. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Variations:
    • Spicy Southwest: Add chili powder, diced jalapeños, and use Monterey Jack cheese.
    • Creamy Ranch: Mix ranch dressing into the sauce before serving and use shredded mozzarella or cheddar.
  • Meal Prep:
    • Can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer. Reheat to 165°F before serving.
  • Substitutions:
    • Use ground turkey instead of chicken.
    • Opt for gluten-free buns or serve on lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
    • Replace dairy cheese with vegan alternatives for a dairy-free version.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 10g
Keyword Cheesy Chicken Sloppy Joes, comfort food, Easy Weeknight Meals, Family-Friendly Dinner, Ground Chicken Recipes
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