Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes that packs a flavorful punch while being a healthier alternative to traditional beef sloppy joes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Burger buns, toasted or not
- Optional toppings: pickles, cheese, or coleslaw
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground chicken until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper, cooking until the vegetables are soft.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce, mixing well to coat everything.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for a few minutes until heated through, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve the mixture on burger buns with your choice of toppings.
Notes
Don’t be shy with the Cajun seasoning for a bolder flavor. You can swap ground chicken with ground turkey or lean beef if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun, Chicken, Sloppy Joes, Quick Meals, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Dinner