Description
Ready to ditch the plain ol’ sandwich? Let me introduce you to your next weeknight obsession — Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes! 💥 This Southern-inspired twist on a classic delivers juicy ground chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, creamy cheese, and a rich sauce that’ll have you licking your fingers. Quick, comforting, and a total flavor bomb!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 1 bell pepper, finely diced (red or green)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 burger buns, toasted
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Brown the Chicken: Add ground chicken to the skillet. Cook until fully browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Build the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, cheddar, and mozzarella. Let it cook for about 2 minutes until creamy.
- Toast Those Buns: While the filling thickens, toast your burger buns until golden.
- Assemble & Serve: Spoon generous portions onto toasted buns. Add extra cheese if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Quick Tip: Add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes for an extra spicy kick! Serving Ideas: Great with sweet potato fries, coleslaw, or as sliders for game night.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT20M
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: cajun chicken sloppy joes, cheesy sloppy joes, southern sandwich, easy weeknight dinner