Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes
A delightful spin on the traditional Sloppy Joes with a rich Cajun twist, featuring ground chicken, bell peppers, and topped with gooey cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 brioche buns, toasted
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until soft.
- Brown the chicken: Add minced garlic and ground chicken to the skillet; cook until the chicken is browned.
- Add the Cajun flair: Stir in Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, and Worcestershire sauce; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Season to perfection: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble your Sloppy Joes: To serve, pile the chicken mixture onto toasted brioche buns and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Notes
For extra spice, a drizzle of hot sauce on top of the cheese is recommended. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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