Description
A delightful twist on a classic favorite, this Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe features bold Cajun spices and tender chicken, making it a savory and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 4 hamburger buns (preferably whole wheat or brioche)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well to combine all the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- While the filling is simmering, toast the hamburger buns in a separate skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Spoon a generous amount of the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and place the top half of the bun on each sandwich. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- To reheat, warm the mixture in a skillet over low heat until heated through.
- For freezing, place the mixture in a freezer-safe container and it can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken, Sloppy Joes, Chicken Recipe, Cajun Recipe