Description
These ground chicken sloppy joes offer a lean, protein-packed, and savory twist on the classic comfort food. By swapping traditional beef for ground chicken and simmering it in a rich, tangy tomato-based sauce with brown sugar and mustard, you create a satisfying meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is lighter than the traditional version, making it an excellent choice for families seeking a healthier, mess-free dinner that delivers bold flavor without excessive fat.
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken (93% lean)
8 oz tomato sauce
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tsp non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp neutral cooking oil
Instructions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sauté the onions until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Cook until chicken is fully browned and no longer pink.
Drain excess moisture if necessary.
Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
Reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens to your preference.
Serve warm on buns or as desired.
Notes
Ensure you use a non-alcoholic or vegan-certified Worcestershire sauce to maintain the dietary restrictions. For added texture, you can add finely diced bell peppers along with the onions.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich portion
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg