Description
Mouthwatering Saucy Shredded Chicken Sloppy Joes bring comfort and zest to your dinner table. Hearty, spicy, and perfectly messy, this classic sandwich promises a flavor explosion you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 sandwich buns
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a medium-heat saucepan, gently sautéing chopped onions until translucent and softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Create a robust sauce by combining ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in the pan with the onions.
- Introduce shredded chicken into the sauce, thoroughly coating each strand with the flavorful mixture, ensuring complete integration.
- Allow the chicken and sauce to simmer for 10 minutes, periodically stirring to prevent sticking and promote sauce thickening.
- Enhance the flavor profile by incorporating apple cider vinegar, stirring to distribute the tangy element throughout the mixture.
- Remove the pan from heat, letting the sauce develop its final consistency and richness.
- Lightly toast sandwich buns to provide a crisp foundation for the saucy chicken filling.
- Generously pile the warm, saucy chicken onto the toasted buns, creating an indulgent and messy sandwich experience.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting smoked paprika and black pepper for spice enthusiasts or those preferring milder flavors.
- Substitute chicken with plant-based alternatives like jackfruit or shredded tofu for vegetarian and vegan diet variations.
- Enhance meal nutrition by adding finely chopped bell peppers or grated carrots directly into the sauce for extra vegetables and texture.
- Select whole wheat or gluten-free buns to accommodate different dietary preferences and increase fiber content.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 17–18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg