Spicy and Tangy Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe

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Spicy and Tangy Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 22, 2023

Spice up your sandwich game with this delicious Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe. Made with tender shredded chicken in a tangy buffalo sauce, these sandwiches are perfect for a quick and easy dinner. The combination of the spicy buffalo sauce and the creamy coleslaw topping creates a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more. Serve these sloppy joes on toasted buns for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup carrot, diced
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 cup coleslaw mix

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine hot sauce, ranch dressing, and mayonnaise. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, celery, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  4. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the chicken and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Toast the hamburger buns.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the coleslaw mix and ranch dressing.
  7. Assemble the sandwiches by placing a scoop of the buffalo chicken mixture on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a spoonful of the coleslaw mixture and cover with the top half of the bun.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Buffalo chicken sloppy joes are a twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich, adding a spicy kick with buffalo sauce.
  • Ground chicken is a leaner alternative to ground beef, making this recipe a healthier option.
  • The combination of tangy buffalo sauce and creamy coleslaw creates a perfect flavor balance in this sandwich.