Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes
This Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe features ground chicken simmered with Cajun spices, garlic, onion, bell pepper, and tomato sauce, served on toasted hamburger buns for a bold and flavorful meal.
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 hamburger buns toasted
Instructions
Prepare the aromatic vegetables.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced bell pepper and chopped onion. Sauté for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and slightly caramelized.
Incorporate the garlic and chicken.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds, ensuring it does not burn. Immediately add the ground chicken, using a spatula or spoon to break it into smaller pieces. Cook until the chicken is fully browned and no longer pink, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.
Season and simmer.
- Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning over the cooked chicken mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat the meat evenly. Then, pour in the tomato sauce and stir once more to combine. Reduce the heat slightly and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded.
Assemble and serve.
- Spoon the finished Cajun chicken mixture onto toasted hamburger buns. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
To make this Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe gluten-free, substitute traditional hamburger buns with certified gluten-free buns. Additionally, ensure the Cajun seasoning used does not contain any wheat-based additives or fillers, and confirm that your tomato sauce is labeled gluten-free. With these substitutions, the dish remains flavorful and suitable for those avoiding gluten.