Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a mouthwatering twist on the classic sandwich, featuring tender chicken simmered in a zesty Cajun sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve it up on soft buns, and watch your family and friends come back for more!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 hamburger buns
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add diced onion and bell peppers; sauté for 3–5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning and minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth; mix well. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Spoon the mixture generously onto each bun and add any desired toppings like pickles or coleslaw.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (210g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, toast the buns before serving. Substitute chicken with turkey or lentils for a vegetarian version. Feel free to adjust spices to suit your heat preference.