Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes
A spicy, creamy take on the classic sloppy joe, featuring ground chicken and a rich cheddar cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 brioche buns
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Brown the ground chicken in a single layer, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and Cajun seasoning; simmer until the mixture thickens.
- Melt butter in a separate pot over medium-low heat.
- Add cream and shredded cheddar, stirring constantly until smooth to create the cheese sauce.
- Toast the brioche buns until golden.
- Assemble each sandwich with the chicken mixture and spoon over the cheddar sauce.
- Garnish with green onions or a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
For a spicier version, swap cheddar for pepper jack and add jalapeños. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with cooked lentils or tempeh.
Find it online: https://www.pedrorecipes.com/cajun-chicken-sloppy-joes/