Description
Savor the deliciousness of these Family-Friendly Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes, where tender chicken meets a spicy, tangy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is an aromatic delight that combines soft buns and fresh toppings for an unforgettable meal that brings the family together. Enjoy the mouthwatering flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 4 soft hamburger buns
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for about 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked. Shred using two forks while warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in ketchup, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Mix in shredded chicken and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Spoon the mixture onto hamburger buns and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sloppy joe (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg