Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes

Introduction

Buffalo chicken sloppy joes are the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of buffalo chicken in a more relaxed, comfort food way. If you love a good sloppy joe and the flavor of buffalo chicken, then you will love this recipe!

Ingredients

1 pound ground chicken
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
4 hamburger buns
4 slices of cheese (optional)

Instructions

In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken and onion over medium-high heat until the chicken is no longer pink and the onion is translucent.
Once the chicken is cooked, add the buffalo sauce, ketchup, water, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
Stir everything together until it’s well combined. Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens up.
Slice the hamburger buns in half and toast them under a broiler for a few minutes until they are slightly crispy.
Assemble each sloppy joe by placing a generous helping of the buffalo chicken mixture onto the toasted bun, adding a slice of cheese if desired, and topping with the other half of the bun.
Enjoy hot and messy!

Variations

You can customize this recipe to your liking with different heat levels and toppings. Here are some variations:

For spicier buffalo sloppy joes, add some cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the mixture.
Add some chopped celery or carrot for extra crunch and flavor.
Top with blue cheese dressing or crumbles for the ultimate buffalo chicken experience.

Conclusion

Buffalo chicken sloppy joes are a delicious way to enjoy the classic buffalo chicken flavor in a casual and comforting dish. It's an easy recipe to make and customize to your preferences. Whether you're serving them for a weeknight dinner or a game day gathering, these sloppy joes are sure to be a hit!