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Pulled Chicken and Chickpea Sloppy Joes

Published on September 15, 2016 by Helen 6 Comments
Last Updated on April 27, 2019

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Enjoy these protein packed pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy joes as a great alternative to yet another burger.

Enjoy these pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy joes as a healthy change from beef.

I’m a fairly recent convert to Sloppy Joes, and they have become a regular feature on my meal plan as they tick my Fuss-Free boxes of being easy, adaptable, delicious and as well as they can be prepared ahead.   The original Sloppy Joe is an American classic – a sandwich with a beef ragu filling, with the bread soaking up all the delicious juice.

Given my liking for wet foods – anything with a sauce – it is not surprising that I like them, and now eat them on a regular basis!

Today’s Sloppy Joe is a protein packed mix of pulled chicken thighs and chickpeas in a lightly spiced tomato sauce, it would be equally as good served as a baked potato topping, or as a pasta sauce as well as in a bun.

Enjoy these pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy joes as a healthy change from beef.

High protein diets have become increasingly common for many. We really find that cutting down the carbs at lunchtime works for us, making it easier to be sharp during the afternoon. A carb-rich lunch tends to just put us to sleep for the afternoon, and while a siesta is a nice idea it does mean that we don’t get nearly as much done. We also find that eating more protein during a meal helps us to feel fuller for longer, so there’s less temptation and tendency to snack. Eating more protein is, of course, especially important for those who are training or exercising intensively.

Warburtons have launched a range of protein enriched bread, rolls, sandwich thins and flatbreads, with the enrichment being derived from including pulses as well as wholemeal flour.   The products all have a great texture and taste just like their regular counterparts.   Of course they would also be delicious with beef, or used as for bun in a steak bánh mì.

These protein enriched rolls are a great idea for those on a high protein diet.

We especially enjoyed the rolls, with their soft crumb and topped with seeds, perfect filled with a pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy Joe for a quick lunch. Serve alongside my Crispy Bhindi or  Tomato Salad.

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Enjoy these pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy joes as a healthy change from beef.
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  • Pulled Chicken and Chickpea Sloppy Joes
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes

Pulled Chicken and Chickpea Sloppy Joes

These protein packed pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy joes are the perfect filling for a bun or baked potato. Enjoy them healthy and tasty alternative to yet another hamburger. Quick, simple and delicious!
Servings: 8 sloppy joes
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time1 hr
Total Time1 hr 10 mins
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Ingredients

  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion (peeled & chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (peeled & chopped)
  • 6 skinless (boneless chicken thighs each cut into quarters)
  • 1 cup roughly chopped cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbs sweet chilli sauce
  • 2 tbs tomato purée
  • 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 8 bread rolls

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a frying pan with a lid, or a small saucepan. Add the onion and garlic and fry until translucent.
  • Add the chicken pieces and cook for a few minutes. Add the rest of the ingredients.
  • Cover the pan and turn the heat right down and allow to cook for about half an hour, stirring from time to time, and adding a little more water if needed.
  • When cooked, shred the chicken, add the chickpeas and a little more chilli sauce if needed.
  • Serve in a bun with salad.

Notes

  • The mixture freezes well. Defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat in a pan on the hob, or in the microwave.
  • This recipe is Weight Watchers Smart Points per portion
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Nutrition Facts
Pulled Chicken and Chickpea Sloppy Joes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 207mg9%
Potassium 334mg10%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 18g36%
Vitamin A 130IU3%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 27mg3%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken and chickpea
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Enjoy these pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy joes as a healthy change from beef.

The Warburton’s protein range is available from Asda, with a RRP of £1.20.

Warburtons protein range of bread

Recipe for pulled chicken and chickpea Sloppy Joes commissioned by Warburtons.  All opinions our own. 

 

Enjoy these protein packed pulled chicken and chickpea sloppy joes as a great alternative to yet another burger.

 

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  1. Heidi Roberts

    5 stars
    I love the Warburtons range especially the thins. Great how you have adapted the sloppy joe idea!

    Reply
    • Helen

      I love the thins, we quite often have them as open sandwiches.

      Reply
  2. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes

    5 stars
    The Warburton’s range is so vast now, there really is something for everyone. The thin’s are my favourite too. I’ve never tried making sloppy joe’s before, but they certainly look delicious.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Sloppy joes are my favourite, so much more interesting than just another burger!

      Reply
  3. Jo of Jo's Kitchen

    5 stars
    I love the idea of these sloppy Joes. So tasty. The rolls sound really good too. Perfect for a healthier lifestyle

    Reply
    • Helen

      Sloppy Joes are great. Ragu in a bun, what is not to love?

      Reply

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