Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a bold, spicy twist on the classic comfort food. Made with ground chicken, bell peppers, onions, and a zesty Cajun-style sauce, these sandwiches are smoky, savory, and full of Southern flair — perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 brioche or hamburger buns, toasted
- Optional toppings: sliced pickles, coleslaw, or shredded cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers; sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add ground chicken to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until no longer pink.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and chicken broth.
- Simmer the mixture uncovered for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and saucy.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve the Cajun chicken mixture on toasted buns and top with coleslaw, pickles, or cheese if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by using more or less Cajun seasoning to taste.
- For a lighter version, serve the mixture in lettuce wraps instead of buns.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated in a skillet or microwave.
- Great for meal prep — store the filling separately from the buns.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun / American