Description
This Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe offers a zesty twist on the classic sloppy joe, featuring flavorful ground chicken seasoned with Cajun spices and simmered with vegetables and rich tomato-based sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
Optional Toppings
- Pickles
- Cheese
- Coleslaw
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure they don’t burn.
- Cook Chicken and Garlic: Add the minced garlic and ground chicken to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is fully browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Add Seasonings and Sauces: Stir in the Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce, mixing everything thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- Simmer the Mixture: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Season to Taste: After simmering, season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve: Spoon the flavorful Cajun chicken mixture onto the hamburger buns. Add optional toppings like pickles, cheese, or coleslaw if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the mixture while simmering.
- Vegetables can be finely chopped or diced larger depending on your texture preference.
- To keep buns from getting soggy, toast them lightly before assembling.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Try swapping ground chicken for ground turkey or beef if preferred.
