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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

Spicy Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes for a Flavorful Twist

These Spicy Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a quick, flavorful twist on a classic, packed with Cajun spices and juicy chicken.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or vegetable oil
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Spice Blend store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste optional
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce
For Balance
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or honey/maple syrup
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine your Cajun spice blend by mixing equal parts paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
  3. Add 1 diced onion and 1 diced bell pepper to the skillet and stir for about 4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and the reserved Cajun spice blend, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Add 1 cup of tomato sauce, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and ½ cup of chicken broth. Allow to simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  6. Once thickened, remove from heat and spoon the mixture into sandwich buns.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.

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