Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes
A quick and flavorful dinner option, these Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes combine ground chicken with bold Cajun seasoning for a family-friendly meal that's ready in no time.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken (Use lean ground chicken for less splash in the pan.)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (Adjust to taste; start with a tablespoon for milder spice.)
- 1 medium onion, chopped (Yellow onion brings sweetness.)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (Fresh garlic is best; garlic powder can be used in a pinch.)
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (Red adds sweetness, green is also suitable.)
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce (Choose plain for clean flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (Check for gluten-free if necessary.)
- to taste na salt and pepper (Add salt slowly and taste at the end.)
- 4 na burger buns (Toast the buns lightly for better texture.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper over medium heat until softened.
- Add ground chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- Serve the mixture on burger buns.
Notes
Serve family-style with toppings like cheese slices, pickles, and slaw. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.