Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or cooked at home)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4-6 soft sandwich buns or brioche rolls
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by cooking or shredding your chicken, ensuring it is tender and ready to absorb the flavors of the sauce. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well, allowing it to simmer gently. Slowly add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens into a creamy consistency. Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the cooked, shredded chicken to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Stir well to coat all the chicken pieces with the creamy sauce. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- While simmering, lightly toast the buns to add crunch. Spoon the creamy chicken Alfredo mixture onto the bottom half of each roll. Cover with the top bun and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken breasts or thighs for a more tender, flavorful filling.
- To make it healthier, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or light cream.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach to enhance the savory flavor.
- Serve with sides like salad, fries, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Contains Dairy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg