🌶️ Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes
Ingredients:
1 lb ground chicken
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1–2 tsp Cajun seasoning (to taste)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 hamburger buns, toasted
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, pickles, or lettuce
Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook Chicken and Veggies:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add ground chicken, green bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Cook until chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are soft, about 8–10 minutes.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce:
Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and Cajun seasoning. Season with salt and pepper.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly.
3️⃣ Toast Buns:
While the mixture simmers, lightly toast the buns in a separate pan or under a broiler.
4️⃣ Assemble and Serve:
Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each bun. Add any desired toppings, then place the top bun.
Time & Serve:
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4