A bold, spicy twist on the classic Sloppy Joe — this Cajun-style version features ground chicken, peppers, garlic, and a zesty sauce piled high 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 lb ground chicken
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 yellow onion, diced
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1 bell pepper, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1½ tbsp tomato paste
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1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional)
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4 sandwich buns, toasted
Instructions
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In a skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper in oil until soft, 5–6 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
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Add ground chicken, season, and brown for 6–8 minutes.
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Stir in tomato paste, sauce, sugar, Worcestershire, and vinegar. Simmer 5–7 minutes.
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Toast buns and spoon filling on top. Add desired toppings and serve hot.