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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joe

Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joe

A spicy flavorful upgrade to the traditional sloppy joe, this Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joe is made with seasoned ground chicken simmered in a zesty tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast
  • 8 oz Tomato Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 4 Cloves Garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth
  • ½ cup Cheddar Cheese
  • ¼ cup Mozzarella Cheese

Instructions
 

  • Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks until the chicken is fully browned and cooked through.
  • Add chopped onion, chopped garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet with the chicken. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Liquid Smoke, Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
  • Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your liking. If it gets too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to thin it out.
  • Lightly toast your hamburger buns in the oven or on a skillet. Spoon a generous amount of the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.
  • Top with the other half of the bun. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the bold flavors!

Notes

For extra flavor and a touch of heat, let the chicken mixture rest for a few minutes after simmering so the spices fully develop. You can also add a splash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper if you like it spicier. Toasting the buns adds a slight crunch that helps hold up the saucy filling and keeps them from getting soggy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken sloppy joe, ground chicken recipes, sloppy joe, sloppy joe recipe
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