Description
These Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a spicy twist on the classic sandwich, featuring ground chicken cooked in a flavorful Cajun seasoning mix, served on toasted brioche buns. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Ground Chicken Mixture:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
Additional:
- 4 brioche buns, toasted
- Sliced pickles or coleslaw for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Cook Chicken: Add ground chicken, cook until browned. Season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add Sauces: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Simmer until thickened.
- Serve: Spoon chicken mixture onto toasted buns, top with pickles or coleslaw, if desired.
Notes
- Consider making your own Cajun seasoning blend for a personalized flavor profile.
- Ground turkey or beef can be used as alternatives to ground chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
