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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

A delightful twist on a classic comfort food, these Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes marry bold Cajun flavors with a simple, hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken Can substitute with turkey or lean beef.
  • 1 cup ketchup You can replace with barbecue sauce for a smoky flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Use vegan Worcestershire for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • burger buns For serving

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.
  3. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  4. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the Cajun chicken mixture on burger buns and enjoy your meal!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the ground chicken in Cajun seasoning for a couple of hours before cooking. You can add black beans for extra protein, or diced tomatoes for freshness.

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