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Cajun Spiced Chicken Sloppy Joes

These Cajun Spiced Chicken Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on the classic dish, featuring juicy ground chicken and bold Cajun seasonings. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, they're served on soft buns for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Cajun
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 mixing spoon or spatula
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 cutting board
  • 4 serving plates

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 4 pieces hamburger buns
  • sliced pickles, shredded cheese, or hot sauce for topping (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground chicken and cook until browned, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  • Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning over the chicken mixture, and stir well to combine.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir and let simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • While the mixture simmers, lightly toast the hamburger buns in a separate skillet or toaster if desired.
  • Once the mixture has thickened up and is heated through, spoon it generously over the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Top with your choice of pickles, shredded cheese, or hot sauce.
  • Place the top halves of the buns on each Sloppy Joe and serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier kick, consider adding diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
These Sloppy Joes can be served with a side of coleslaw or sweet potato fries for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stove or microwave.