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Spicy Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joe Sandwiches

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with a flavor explosion that’s both comforting and thrilling! Spicy Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joe Sandwiches are not your average, everyday sandwich.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs Ground Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 large Yellow Onion
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper
  • 2 Celery Stalks
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 (15 oz) can Tomato Sauce
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth
  • ¼ cup Tomato Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Black Pepper
  • 8–10 Hamburger Buns

Instructions

  1. Brown ground chicken in olive oil, drain excess grease.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery, sauté until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, chicken broth, tomato paste, vinegar, brown sugar, Cajun spice blend, paprika, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Simmer until sauce thickens.
  6. Toast buns (optional).
  7. Spoon filling onto buns and serve.

Notes

Adjust spice level, add vegetables, or vary sweetness for different tastes. Substitute ground turkey or beef. Add lentils or beans for a budget-friendly option.

  • Author: Camilia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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