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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

Spicy Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes: a quick, flavorful twist on the classic. Easy one-pan recipe perfect for busy weeknights or fun gatherings. Adjustable heat!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • as needed Hamburger buns
  • to taste Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, hot sauce

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Sturdy wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoon set
  • Good knife for dicing
  • Toaster for toasting the buns

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground chicken, browning it while breaking it up.
  2. Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for one minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  6. Toast the hamburger buns lightly and assemble the mixture onto the buns with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for casual gatherings; consider setting up a toppings bar.
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