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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

A warm, spicy sandwich that cooks fast and feeds a crowd with ground chicken and a bold Cajun mix.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken Use lean ground chicken for best results.
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 1 cup ketchup Provides the sweet and tangy base.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 4 pieces hamburger buns Soft buns recommended.
  • optional Pickles for serving Adds acidity to balance spice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened.
  3. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer for about 10 minutes, until heated through.
  5. Serve the mixture on hamburger buns and add pickles if desired.

Notes

Serve these sloppy joes hot on soft buns. Toast the buns for crunch. You can also add a slice of cheese on the filling and balance with a side of salad or fries.