Description

Chicken Alfredo Sloppy Joes are a creamy and comforting twist on the classic sandwich, combining tender cooked chicken with a rich homemade Alfredo sauce, served on toasted soft buns. This easy skillet recipe features a luscious blend of butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, with optional additions like spinach or roasted red peppers for extra flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or casual dinner, these sandwiches bring the indulgence of Chicken Alfredo into a fun, handheld form.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Sandwiches

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works well)
4 soft sandwich buns, toasted
Optional: shredded mozzarella cheese for extra cheesiness

Alfredo Sauce

2 tbsp butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes
Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach or roasted red peppers

Instructions

Prepare Chicken: Shred or dice cooked chicken. If using raw chicken, cook it thoroughly until fully done and tender before proceeding.
Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic until they become fragrant and translucent, taking care not to burn them.
Make Alfredo Sauce: Melt the butter in the skillet, then pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Add Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired, stirring well to combine and thicken the sauce slightly.
Combine Chicken and Sauce: Fold the shredded chicken and any optional vegetables like chopped spinach or roasted red peppers into the Alfredo sauce, mixing until everything is evenly coated. Adjust the sauce consistency if needed by adding a little more cream or cooking longer to thicken.
Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture generously onto the toasted sandwich buns. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese if you want an extra cheesy touch. Serve immediately while warm.
Optional Serving Suggestion: For a fun variation, serve the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture over cooked pasta instead of sandwich buns to enjoy a traditional Chicken Alfredo dish with a twist.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut, or cook chicken breasts or thighs ahead of time.
Customize with additional veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers.
To make it spicier, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
Toasting the buns adds extra texture and prevents sogginess from the sauce.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Sandwiches
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Sloppy Joes, Creamy Chicken Sandwich, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, Rotisserie chicken, Easy dinner