Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a spicy and tantalizing twist on the classic sloppy joe. By swapping out ground beef for tender, seasoned chicken, this recipe delivers bold flavors infused with smoky Cajun spices, sweet vegetables, and a tangy tomato sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or laid-back gatherings, you can whip up these hearty sandwiches in just 35 minutes. Enjoy the flexibility to adjust the heat level to suit your taste, making it a family-friendly meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts (skinless, boneless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 1 bell pepper (red or green)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
- Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning and tomato paste; cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth; simmer for 10 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Serve on toasted hamburger buns and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 825mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg