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Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Description

Spice up your dinner with these flavorful Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes! Ground chicken mixed with bell peppers, onions, and a blend of Cajun spices, served on toasted buns with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté bell pepper, onion, and garlic until softened.
  2. Add Chicken: Add ground chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.
  3. Season: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Assemble: Spoon the chicken mixture onto toasted hamburger buns and add optional toppings.

Notes

  • You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of Cajun seasoning used.
  • Feel free to add your favorite toppings like sliced pickles, shredded cheese, or coleslaw.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg