Description

Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes offer a spicy and flavorful twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich. Ground chicken is cooked with bell peppers, onions, and a blend of Cajun seasonings, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce mixture. Served on toasted hamburger buns with optional toppings like pickles, cheese, and coleslaw, this dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Main 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

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Instructions

Prepare Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and onion, cooking until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.
Cook Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Brown Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Add Sauce and Seasonings: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes to meld the flavors together.
Toast Buns: While the chicken mixture simmers, toast the 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 such as sliced pickles, shredded cheese, or coleslaw, then cover with the top halves of the buns.
Serve: Serve the sandwiches hot and enjoy your spicy twist on a classic sloppy joe.

Notes

For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
Use whole wheat hamburger buns for a healthier option.
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet or microwave.
To make it gluten-free, choose gluten-free buns and check Worcestershire sauce ingredients.