Chicken Sloppy Joes (Printable Version)
Tasty ground chicken sandwiches with Cajun flavors, ready in 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.
# Ingredients:
→ Base Mixture
01 -
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
02 -
1 tablespoon butter
03 -
1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 -
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
05 -
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
06 -
1 pound (450g) ground chicken
07 -
3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Seasonings & Sauce
08 -
3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
09 -
1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
10 -
1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
11 -
1/2-1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
12 -
1/2 cup heavy cream
13 -
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
→ Assembly
14 -
4 burger buns
15 -
Sliced cheese (optional topping)
16 -
Coleslaw (optional topping)
17 -
Sour cream (optional topping)
18 -
Shredded lettuce (optional topping)
# Steps:
01 -
Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper, cooking for 7-8 minutes until soft and fragrant.
02 -
Add ground chicken to the vegetable mixture, breaking it up with a spatula while cooking for approximately 5 minutes until no pink remains.
03 -
Incorporate the Cajun seasoning and minced garlic into the mixture, stirring continuously for another minute to release the aromatics.
04 -
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, brown sugar, hot sauce (if using), and heavy cream. Combine thoroughly and reduce heat to low.
05 -
Allow the mixture to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Season with salt to taste.
06 -
Spoon the chicken mixture onto toasted burger buns and garnish with your preferred toppings such as cheese, coleslaw, sour cream, or shredded lettuce.
# Notes:
01 -
Great for busy weeknights when time is limited.
02 -
Can be prepared ahead and reheated when needed.
03 -
Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce.