Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
– 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
– 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 6 hamburger buns
– Sliced pickles and shredded lettuce for serving (optional)
Instructions
Making these Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes can be both fun and straightforward when you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Begin by chopping the onion, garlic, and bell pepper, setting them aside for later use.
2. Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and allow it to warm up.
3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened, stirring often.
4. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. Cook Ground Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it’s browned on all sides and fully cooked (about 7-10 minutes).
6. Mix in Spices: Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly with all the seasonings.
7. Add Tomato Sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything together, simmering for about 5 – 7 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
8. Prepare the Buns: While the mixture simmers, lightly toast the hamburger buns in a separate pan or in a toaster.
9. Assemble Sloppy Joes: Once the mixture is heated through, spoon a generous amount onto the toasted buns.
10. Garnish and Serve: Top with sliced pickles and shredded lettuce if desired. Enjoy your flavorful Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes!
By following these steps, anyone can create this delicious dish effortlessly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 24g