I used tofu to make an American classic vegetarian. My boyfriend, who recently become a vegetarian, enjoyed them and commented that the sauce was superior to store-bought. I sincerely hope you adore these tofu Sloppy Joes as much as we did! This recipe makes a large quantity of Sloppy Joe mix, which tastes even better the next day. I serve these with a side of salad and fresh corn on the cob.
| Prep Time: | 25 mins |
| Cook Time: | 25 mins |
| Total Time: | 50 mins |
| Servings: | 12 |
Ingredients
- 9 ounces ground chicken
- ¼ cup cooked, diced ham
- 1 egg
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- canola oil for pan-frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine chicken, ham, and egg in a large bowl until well-blended. Gradually add bread crumbs until mixture loses its stickiness and can be easily formed into balls. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Form chicken mixture around cheese cubes, forming 2-inch balls. Place on a plate.
- Heat 1 1/2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Fry balls in hot oil until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and place in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and cheese is soft, about 20 minutes. Cool briefly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 174 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 47 mg |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g |
| Protein | 11 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g |
| Sodium | 110 mg |
| Sugars | 1 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Unsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Reviews
Made as written and these were pretty good. One egg was too much for 9 ounces of chicken and the chicken needs seasoned. Some of my cheese oozed out but that added to them in my opinion. Overall good recipe just needs a couple of tweaks.
The kids asked for seconds!
Needs seasoning!! So bland without adding salt, pepper, and other seasoning. Should have read the reviews
This was amazing! The whole family enjoyed it. I made a few changes. I used 16oz of ground chicken so I increased the ham to 1/2 cup. I used two eggs. Onion and garlic powder to taste. Cayenne pepper and smoked paprika. I am gluten free so just mixed in gluten free Italian bread crumbs until the mixture could be rolled. Used same bread crumbs and grated Parmesan to roll them in then fried in oil on both sides till brown. Drained and placed in dish in oven for 20 min. They were moist and delicious. This did not make enough for a family of five (22 meatballs) so I will double what I did this time when we make it again.
I made these following the given directions with no changes except type of cheese – I used greyere that I petite diced. I think these were just ok. a little on the dry side – next time I may incorporate some shredded zucchini for moisture (works great in turkey burgers). Also it really needs a sauce. Next time I would skip the frying and just bake or perhaps if you have an air-fryer -they’d be less fattening.
Easy to make. I added salt, pepper, and garlic herb seasoning.
As with nearly everything I do in the kitchen, I made a few little changes. This is probably lovely as written. I used leftover Honey baked (Easter) ham, 1 lb ground chicken, 1 egg and 1/3 cup freshly shredded parmesan mixed together, a few shakes of freshly ground pepper & garlic salt (use the Trader Joe’s kind with grinder). Wrapped this around cube of Jarlsberg. Rolled the balls in panko mixed with corn meal for crunch. Made 9 large meatballs. Sautéed on all sides over medium-hi heat with garlic olive oil. Once browned, 350 degree oven for 15 minutes covered to finish up. Both kids (6 & 8) loved it, as did both parents. Thanks for a wonderful idea!!
Very bland…. Sorry
They were dry and had no flavor.
So good!! I did read the reviews, so I used Italian seasoned bread crumbs and added some fresh grated Parmesan cheese in the breadcrumbs. I also added salt, pepper, and garlic to the meat. Several reviews mentioned dryness, so I added some cream cheese to the mixture, as well. It was a huge hit at our home and we will definitely make it again!!
I have not yet tried these, but I would want to add chopped parsley, at least. I would also probably use ground turkey, being that is more available around here. I would maybe try skipping the frying (or not) and making them like burgers. I read the recipe and was thinking that they could be put into lightly oiled muffin tins and then just baked. If lined with wax paper, I’m wondering if they could be frozen individually and used as needed. I don’t see why not.
Very good. Was a hit with the family. Added salt, pepper, and some garlic powder to chicken mixture before rolling into balls. Also used Italian seasoned breadcrumbs. Used a quality sharp white cheddar instead of Swiss. Excellent choice. Rolled each ball in more breadcrumbs and Parmesan just before dropping in hot oil for 4 min. Sprinkled with same cheese as inside but shredded on top of the balls.
Great recipe, I only added salt and pepper in the meat mixture, and I didn’t use the Swiss cheese, but other type, with less fat.
I ended up just frying these until they were fully cooked. Loved them otherwise!
Changed literally nothing except used gluten free bread crumbs. Really restaurant quality food, as good or better than what I had as a kid with my parents at our local restaurant on Long Island growing up! Highly rated by me and my own kids! Thanks for the recipe.
Loved this! I did put a lot of Italian herbs and parm cheese into the breading and then put a good amt of garlic powder, onion salt and dash of pepper in the actual chicken mixture. I grated leftover ham and used about a cup of that and used a 1lb pkg of ground chicken. I also used cut mozzarella string cheese inside instead of Swiss then baked 425 for about 20 mins. Served with ranch or ketchup for the kids and a cheese rice on the side. Delicious and kid approved!
I don’t know if I did something wrong but these came out very dense and bland. I noticed that there weren’t any seasoning listed so I did use salt ,pepper and garlic power, but still no flavor.
My hubby liked these. I just baked them and don’t fry them (healthier that way). The only other change I did was to add 2 tsp of italian seasoning. Make 11 big balls. Remember to chop ham small.
Excellent and easy to make. Daughter loved these and she doesn’t eat much chicken usually. Called then chicken nuggets. Next time will just bake and not fry. Didn’t seem needed.
Found them very bland. Will not be making these again!
Pretty good. Needed salt and pepper. I also added sautéed onion and garlic. I don’t bother to fry them first, just bake in oven. Served with homemade honey mustard.