Description
These Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes offer a delicious, flavorful twist on the classic sloppy joe. Made with juicy ground chicken, sautéed vegetables, bold Cajun seasoning, and a rich creamy sauce, this dish is quick to prepare using only one skillet and is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve on toasted burger rolls with your choice of toppings for a fun and satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 rib celery, finely chopped
- ½ green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup crushed tomatoes
- ½ tablespoon brown sugar
- ½-1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 burger rolls
Optional Toppings
- Sliced cheese
- Slaw
- Sour cream
- Shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Heat fat: Melt the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat to prepare the base for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté vegetables: Add the finely chopped onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 7-8 minutes until softened and reduced, bringing out their flavors.
- Cook chicken and season: Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. After about 5 minutes, when the chicken changes color, sprinkle the Cajun seasoning and minced garlic over it. Cook for another minute, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
- Add liquids and simmer: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, brown sugar, optional hot sauce, and heavy cream. Mix well and reduce the heat to low.
- Simmer mixture: Let the mixture cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken to a juicy but slightly thick consistency.
- Season to taste: Taste the mixture and add salt as needed to adjust seasoning.
- Toast rolls and serve: Toast the burger rolls to add crispness. Serve the Cajun chicken mixture on the rolls with optional toppings such as sliced cheese, slaw, sour cream, or shredded lettuce for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use your favorite Cajun seasoning blend; the recipe works well with homemade or store-bought versions.
- Salt amount may vary depending on the Cajun seasoning used. Always taste before adding extra salt.
- Adjust cooking time to achieve your preferred sloppy joe texture: cook longer for a thicker, drier mix or less for a wetter consistency. You can also add extra tomato or cream if you prefer it wetter.
- Toasting burger rolls helps keep them crisp when serving and prevents sogginess.
