Easy Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe
These Easy Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a flavorful twist on the classic sandwich, with a spicy Cajun kick. Made with ground chicken and a creamy Cajun sauce, these sloppy joes are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 1 rib celery (finely chopped)
- ½ green bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 3 tbsp cajun seasoning ((see note 1))
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup crushed tomatoes
- ½ tbsp brown sugar
- ½–1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ tsp salt ((see note 2))
Sandwich Assembly:
- 4 burger rolls
- sliced cheese
- slaw
- sour cream
- shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Melt the oil and butter: In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the oil and butter together.
- Add the vegetables: Add the chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened.
- Cook the chicken: Add the ground chicken, Cajun seasoning, and garlic. Cook until the chicken changes color.
- Prepare the sauce: Add tomatoes, brown sugar, hot sauce, and cream. Mix well and simmer.
- Season and serve: Adjust salt to taste. Toast the rolls and assemble the sandwiches.
Notes
- Note 1: Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Note 2: Salt amount may vary based on personal taste.
- Note 3: Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
- Note 4: Toasting the rolls adds a nice crunch to the sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Sloppy Joes, Sandwich, Easy Recipe
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