Description
Enjoy a flavorful twist on a classic favorite with this Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe. Savory ground chicken simmered in a zesty Cajun-spiced tomato sauce, piled high on toasted buns, this dish is sure to be a hit at any mealtime.
Ingredients
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For the Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced pickles
- Shredded cheese
- Coleslaw
Instructions
- Cook Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced bell pepper and onion, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Cook Chicken: Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Sauce and Seasoning: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Toast Buns: Toast hamburger buns in a separate skillet or toaster until golden brown.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns. Add optional toppings if desired, then place the top halves of the buns on top.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
