Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

Cajun Chicken adds bold spice and tender texture to an easy sloppy joe-style sandwich that can be made in under 30 minutes, featuring a savory sauce of ketchup and Worcestershire that clings to ground chicken.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Cajun

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main ingredients

1 lb ground chicken Use lean ground chicken for a lighter option.
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup ketchup Add a teaspoon of brown sugar if your ketchup is very tangy.
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Use gluten-free Worcestershire sauce if needed.
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning Adjust the amount for desired spice level.
to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
4 pieces hamburger buns Toast lightly to prevent sogginess.

Optional toppings

to taste pickles For crunch and acidity.
to taste jalapeños Add for heat.
to taste coleslaw For texture contrast.

Method

Cooking

In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground chicken until browned.
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened.
Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
Serve the mixture on hamburger buns and add optional toppings if desired.

Notes

Refrigerate any leftover filling in an airtight container within two hours of cooking. To freeze, cool the filling completely and transfer to freezer-safe containers. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water if needed.