Description
Chicken Sloppy Joes are a modern twist on a classic comfort food, featuring tender shredded chicken smothered in a sweet and savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknight meals or casual gatherings, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for families. The combination of flavors—from the tangy ketchup to the rich Worcestershire sauce—creates a mouthwatering filling that pairs beautifully with soft hamburger buns. With its kid-friendly taste and easy customization options like adding vegetables or spices, Chicken Sloppy Joes are sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Yellow onion
- Ketchup
- Worcestershire sauce
- Garlic powder
- Brown sugar
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Boil boneless skinless chicken breasts in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred once cool.
- Sauté onion: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté diced yellow onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Make the sauce: Add ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine: Stir in the shredded chicken and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Assemble: Serve the mixture on toasted hamburger buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 564mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, mix in chopped bell peppers or carrots during cooking. - Experiment with different types of buns for varied textures. - Prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.