Description
Transform weeknight meals with these Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes. They’re messy, fun, and full of flavor—get ready for a crowd-pleasing hit!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Chicken
- 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (diced)
- 1 medium Onion (diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Tomato Sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 4 Buns (hearty)
- Optional Toppings: Cheese, pickles, or slaw
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the diced onion and bell peppers until they are tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Brown the Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks, around 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate the Flavors: Once the chicken is fully cooked, stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, allowing it to simmer for 5 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Toast your buns lightly, then generously spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Top with any desired toppings.
- Serve and Enjoy: Place the top half of the buns on the chicken, serve immediately, and enjoy your delightful Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes!
Notes
- Don’t Rush the Sauté: Take your time when sautéing the vegetables; this step adds depth to your dish.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh garlic and veggies elevate the flavors significantly over dried or pre-packaged options.
- Balance the Flavors: Taste your mixture before serving, adding salt, pepper, or more seasoning as needed to achieve perfection.
- Toast Your Buns: A quick toasting will keep your buns from getting soggy and add a nice crunch.
- Prep Ahead: Chop the vegetables ahead of time to make assembly quicker on busy weekdays.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Sloppy Joe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg