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Try this deliciously tangy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe! It’s quick, easy, and perfect for game day or weeknight dinners.
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Get ready for a flavor-packed adventure with Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes! Combining savory, shredded chicken and zesty buffalo sauce, each bite is an explosion of tangy and spicy goodness.
Whether it’s game day or a casual dinner, these Sloppy Joes (homemade) offer a unique twist on a classic favorite. Serve them on fluffy buns, toasted rolls, or even lettuce wraps for a low-carb option. Customize with your favorite toppings like cooling ranch dressing, crispy lettuce, or sliced pickles.
Best of all, preparing these Sloppy Joes is a breeze with simple ingredients and minimal effort. Even beginner cooks can achieve delicious results. The buffalo chicken flavor gives a twist on the classic sauce for sloppy joes.
Embrace the bold flavors and experience the perfect balance of tanginess and spiciness. This recipe will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich recipe: Ingredients & Substitutions
To make this quick and easy Sloppy Joe’s recipe, you will need …
Ingredients
- butter – or oil. Used to cook the veggies.
- celery, carrots, red onion, and garlic – the veggies that will add flavor to your sandwich.
- ground chicken – because you can’t have buffalo chicken without chicken.
- hot sauce – use your favorite brand. I like Frank’s for this recipe.
- diced tomatoes – with the juice. Tomato Sauce can be used in place of the diced tomatoes.
- blue cheese crumbles, chives, and Ranch dressing – for topping the sandwich. It adds that classic Buffalo Chicken flavor.
- brioche rolls – for serving
How to make Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes
Saute the vegetables. In a large non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the celery, carrot, and onion. Saute until soft. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
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Add and cook the chicken. Add in the ground chicken and turn the heat up to medium-high. Brown the chicken until fully cooked through, breaking it up as you go.
Prepare the sauce. Add in the hot sauce and diced tomatoes and mix well. Turn the heat down and simmer until the sauce has reduced and thickened, stirring occasionally.
Serve. To serve the sloppy joes, place the mixture on brioche rolls, top with the blue cheese, and drizzle with ranch dressing if desired. Sprinkle on chives for garnish. Enjoy!
Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe: FAQs
Absolutely! If you prefer milder flavors, use less buffalo sauce or opt for a mild variety. For extra heat, add some red pepper flakes, ground cayenne pepper, or hot sauce to the mixture.
Classic choices include coleslaw, potato chips, or a simple green salad. For a heartier meal, you can serve them with sweet potato fries, corn on the cob, or a side of macaroni and cheese.
Yes, you can make the chicken mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator for a few days. Reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave before assembling the sandwiches. However, for the best texture and flavor, it’s recommended to assemble and serve the Sloppy Joes fresh.
Yes, you can freeze the chicken mixture. Allow it to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy it.
Yes! Simply combine the cooked ground chicken along with the veggies and sauce ingredients in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the flavors meld together and the mixture is heated through. This method allows for the flavors to develop slowly and results in tender and flavorful chicken.
Certainly! Leftover rotisserie chicken is a great option. Simply shred the chicken and proceed as per the recipe.
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Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup celery, finely diced
- 1 cup carrots, finely diced
- 1 cup red onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 lb ground chicken
- ½ cup Frank’s hot sauce
- 1 can diced tomatoes, with juice, 14 oz.
- 1 cup blue cheese crumbles
- Chives and Ranch dressing, for serving (optional)
- brioche rolls, for serving
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the celery, carrot, and onion. Sautee for 8-10 minutes until soft. Add in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add in the ground chicken and turn the heat up to medium-high. Brown the chicken until fully cooked through, breaking it up as you go.
- Add in the hot sauce and diced tomatoes and mix well. Turn the heat down to medium-low and simmer until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If it looks too dry, try adding some chicken stock. If it is still too saucy, keep reducing, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the sloppy joe mixture on brioche rolls, topped with the blue cheese crumbles, and drizzle with ranch dressing if desired. Sprinkle on chives for garnish. Enjoy!
Notes
- Tomato Sauce can be used in place of the diced tomatoes.
- Kick it up a notch by adding crushed red pepper or cayenne pepper. For a less spicy version, add less hot sauce. Or, you can add more tomato sauce.
- Top with blue cheese crumbles, mozzarella, ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, crispy onions (such as French’s crispy onions), chives, and scallions.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop in a non-stick skillet.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
