Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on a classic comfort food. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, simmered to perfection in a rich sauce, and served on soft burger buns. In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy a flavorful meal that brings the vibrant taste of Southern cooking to your table. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these sloppy joes are sure to impress everyone with their bold flavors and satisfying texture. Pair them with crispy sweet potato fries or a refreshing coleslaw for a complete dining experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (green or red), diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Soft burger buns
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into small pieces for even cooking.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil and sauté the chopped onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the diced chicken and Cajun seasoning to the skillet; cook until no longer pink (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in ketchup and Worcestershire sauce; simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Toast buns if desired; spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto each bun and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg