Description
A vibrant twist on the classic sloppy joe featuring flavorful Cajun chicken, perfect for busy weeknights and great for leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 sandwich buns
- Optional toppings: pickles, lettuce, cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic over medium heat until softened.
- Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Serve the chicken mixture on sandwich buns and add optional toppings if desired.
Notes
Make-Ahead Option: Prepare the chicken mixture in advance and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Use a serrated knife to slice the buns to keep them sturdy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sloppy joe with bun
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg