Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a mouthwatering twist on a classic favorite, bursting with bold flavors and a zesty kick. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken simmered in a spicy sauce, served on soft buns that make every bite an explosion of taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these sandwiches are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 soft burger buns
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: chop the onion and bell pepper into small pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the chicken breasts, garlic, and Cajun seasoning; cook until browned on all sides (6-8 minutes).
- Remove chicken and shred it using two forks.
- In the same skillet, combine tomato sauce and Worcestershire sauce; stir well.
- Return shredded chicken to the skillet and simmer for about 10 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot on soft burger buns with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg