Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes
Looking to spice up your weeknight dinner routine? These Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are here to bring the bold! Imagine the zesty, smoky kick of Cajun seasoning mingling with tender ground chicken, bell peppers, and onions—all piled high on a toasty bun. It’s a fiery twist on the classic sloppy joe, with just enough heat to keep things interesting and a whole lot of flavor to keep everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or just craving something different, these sloppy joes are messy, mouthwatering, and downright irresistible!
Ingredients
1 lb ground chicken
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 onion, finely diced
1 bell pepper, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
4 burger buns, toasted
Optional toppings: sliced pickles, coleslaw, or shredded lettuce
Directions:
Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Cook the Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it’s no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes.
Add Seasoning and Sauce: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and flavors combine.
Toast the Buns: While the filling simmers, toast the burger buns until golden.
Assemble: Spoon the hot Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Add your favorite toppings and place the top bun on.
Serve: Enjoy your spicy, savory, and satisfying Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes!