Description
Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food that will elevate your dinner table. Juicy shredded chicken melds with zesty Cajun seasoning, bell peppers, and a rich sauce, all piled high on a sturdy bun. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes but also highly customizable to suit your family’s taste preferences. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these sloppy joes deliver an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Hamburger buns
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts until fully cooked (6-7 minutes per side), reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove chicken and sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic in the same skillet for about 5 minutes until softened.
- In a bowl, combine ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and Cajun seasoning. Mix well.
- Shred or chop the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet with vegetables. Pour in the sauce mixture and combine thoroughly over low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg