Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes offer a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, blending bold, spicy Cajun flavors with the comfort of a traditional Sloppy Joe. Made with ground chicken, corn, and a blend of spices, this recipe is a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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!
Notes
- Use sturdy buns like kaiser rolls to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust the heat by varying the amount of cayenne pepper in the Cajun seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg