Absolutely! 🍔 Here’s a delightful and easy-to-make recipe for Chicken Sloppy Joes that will surely become a family favorite! With a savory blend of ground chicken, spices, and a touch of sweetness, these Sloppy Joes are perfect for a cozy lunch or a satisfying snack. Let’s get cooking! 👩🍳👨🍳
Chicken Sloppy Joes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Calories per serving: 273.3 kcal
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Ground Chicken | 2 lbs |
| Ground Turkey | 1 1/2 lbs |
| Celery | 1 stalk, diced |
| Onion | 1 large, chopped |
| Dry Mustard | 2 tsp |
| Cayenne Pepper | 1/4 – 1/2 tsp |
| Cola | 1 can (12 oz) |
| Yellow Mustard | As needed |
| Dill Pickle Slices | 10 slices |
| Salt and Pepper | To taste |
| Hamburger Buns, toasted | 10 |
Instructions:
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Cook the Chicken Mixture:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground chicken, diced celery, and chopped onion.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring frequently until the chicken is no longer pink and crumbles. Drain any excess fat.
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Transfer to Slow Cooker:
- Transfer the cooked chicken mixture into a 4-quart slow cooker, spreading it evenly.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cola, dry mustard, and cayenne pepper.
- Stir well to blend the flavors.
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Add Sauce to Chicken:
- Pour the cola mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Gently stir to ensure the chicken is coated evenly with the flavorful sauce.
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Slow Cook:
- Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
- Cook on LOW heat setting for 6 to 7 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
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Assemble the Sloppy Joes:
- Once ready, toast the hamburger buns until golden brown.
- Spread a generous amount of yellow mustard on each bun half.
- Using a slotted spoon, pile the flavorful chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns.
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Add Toppings:
- Top each Sloppy Joe with a few dill pickle slices for a tangy crunch.
- Sprinkle more chopped onion over the pickles for extra flavor.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Carefully place the top halves of the buns over the chicken and toppings.
- Serve these delicious Chicken Sloppy Joes warm and with extra napkins—they’re delightfully messy and full of flavor!
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Optional Serving Tip:
- These Sloppy Joes are so hearty and flavorful, you might find using a fork handy for any extra fillings that escape the bun!
That’s it! 🎉 Your Chicken Sloppy Joes are ready to be devoured. Enjoy the savory blend of ground chicken, the hint of spice from the cayenne, and the tangy kick from the mustard and pickles. It’s a taste sensation that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. 🍽️😋
