These Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a zesty twist on a classic — made with ground chicken, bell peppers, bold Cajun spices, and a tangy tomato-based sauce, all served on toasted buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 tbsp butter or olive oil
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1 lb ground chicken
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 bell pepper, diced
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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⅓ cup ketchup
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1–2 tsp hot sauce (optional)
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¼ cup water or broth
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4 burger buns, toasted
Instructions
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Heat butter/oil in a skillet. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
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Add ground chicken, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
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Stir in tomato paste, ketchup, Worcestershire, and hot sauce. Add water and simmer 5 minutes until thick.
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Toast buns and spoon filling onto each. Serve hot with desired toppings.