Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

Ingredients 🛒

1 lb ground chicken

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 onion, finely diced

1 bell pepper, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup tomato sauce

2 tablespoons ketchup

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)

1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

4 burger buns, toasted

Optional toppings: sliced pickles, coleslaw, or shredded lettuce

Directions:

Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Cook the Chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it’s no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes.

Add Seasoning and Sauce: Stir in tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and flavors combine.

Toast the Buns: While the filling simmers, toast the burger buns until golden.

Assemble: Spoon the hot Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Add your favorite toppings and place the top bun on.

Serve: Enjoy your spicy, savory, and satisfying Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes!