Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joe
A spicy flavorful upgrade to the traditional sloppy joe, this Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joe is made with seasoned ground chicken simmered in a zesty tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese. Served on a soft toasted bun, it's a quick, delicious meal with just the right amount of spice
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast
- 8 oz Tomato Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Bell Pepper chopped
- 4 Garlic Cloves chopped
- 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
- 1 Onion chopped
- ½ cup Chicken Broth
- ½ cup Cheddar Cheese
- ¼ cup Mozzarella Cheese
Instructions
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet overmedium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it upwith a spoon as it cooks. Continue until the chicken is fully browned andcooked through.
- Add chopped onion, chopped garlic, and diced bell pepper tothe skillet with the chicken. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetablesare soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Liquid Smoke, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for 8 to 10minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your liking. If itgets too thick, add a splash of chicken broth to thin it out.
- Lightly toast your hamburger buns in the oven or on askillet. Spoon a generous amount of the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottomhalf of each bun.
- Top with the other half of the bun. Garnish with chopped greenonions if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the bold flavors!
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Recipe Tips
For extra flavor and a touch of heat, let the chicken mixture rest for a few minutes after simmering so the spices fully develop. You can also add a splash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper if you like it spicier. Toasting the buns adds a slight crunch that helps hold up the saucy filling and keeps them from getting soggy.
