Description
A vibrant twist on traditional Sloppy Joes, this Cajun Chicken version combines flavorful spices and hearty ingredients for a deliciously messy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 brioche buns
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, pickles, coleslaw
Instructions
- Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, sauté until translucent.
- Increase heat to medium-high, add the ground chicken, and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and Cajun seasoning, allowing the mixture to meld together.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes to let the flavors deepen.
- Spoon the mixture onto brioche buns and top with optional toppings before serving.
Notes
Adjust the spice level according to your taste. This dish also makes a great leftover topping for baked potatoes or nachos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken, Sloppy Joes, American comfort food, spicy recipe