Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a bold and flavorful twist on the classic sandwich, combining lean ground chicken with Cajun spices for a smoky, spicy, and savory dish. Perfect for quick family dinners, this easy recipe offers a hearty, healthy alternative with customizable toppings to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 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 the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté bell pepper and onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Cook the Chicken: Add ground chicken to the skillet. Break apart and cook for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add Sauce and Seasoning: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Toast the Buns: While the chicken mixture simmers, toast hamburger buns in a skillet or toaster until golden.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spoon chicken mixture onto the bottom bun halves, add optional toppings, and place the top buns.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust spice level by modifying the amount of Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika.
- Use sturdy buns to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern-American
