Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes offer a deliciously unique twist on the classic sandwich, combining tender shredded chicken with bold Cajun spices for an unforgettable flavor experience. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. Each bite features a delightful blend of smoky and spicy goodness, served on toasted buns for added texture. This recipe is incredibly versatile; adjust the spice level to suit your taste by adding more or less Cajun seasoning or topping it off with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Toasted hamburger buns
Instructions
- Dice the onion and bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook chicken breasts until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and shred.
- Sauté onions and bell peppers in the same skillet until softened (4-5 minutes), then stir in garlic.
- Add shredded chicken back to the skillet with vegetables and mix well.
- Stir in ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and Cajun seasoning; heat through for another 5 minutes.
- Serve mixture on toasted buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg