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Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe

Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe
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This Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe combines tender ground chicken with a flavorful blend of Cajun spices, tomato sauce, and fresh vegetables for a spicy, savory twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, these sandwiches offer a satisfying and easy-to-make meal with optional toppings to customize your bite.

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

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Cook Chicken: Add ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking until the chicken is no longer pink, roughly 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add Sauce and Seasoning: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors thoroughly.
  5. Toast Buns: While the sauce simmers, toast the hamburger buns in a separate skillet or toaster until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
  6. Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Add any desired optional toppings such as sliced pickles, shredded cheese, or coleslaw. Top with the other half of the buns.
  7. Serve: Serve the sandwiches hot for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to control the spice level.
  • Ground turkey or beef can be used instead of ground chicken if preferred.
  • For a lower fat option, use cooking spray instead of olive oil or a nonstick pan.
  • Keep the sandwich assembly warm by covering them with foil if serving later.
  • To make it gluten-free, substitute the hamburger buns with gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps.

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Keywords: Cajun Chicken, Sloppy Joes, Ground Chicken Recipe, Spicy Sandwich, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Meal

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