Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes, a comforting twist on a classic favorite. These savory sandwiches feature shredded Cajun-spiced chicken enveloped in soft buns, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings. Quick to prepare and packed with vibrant ingredients, this recipe will bring joy and laughter to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 soft hamburger buns
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by boiling the boneless breasts in salted water for about 20 minutes until tender; shred into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Cajun seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste; mix well to coat the vegetables.
- Pour in ketchup and Worcestershire sauce; simmer for about 10 minutes to let flavors meld together.
- Serve generous portions of the mixture on soft buns and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, include diced jalapeños or swap chicken for ground turkey or beef for a different flavor profile. To enhance flavors, let the mixture simmer longer and adjust seasonings as needed.