Description
These Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes combine the comfort of classic American sandwiches with the bold, smoky, spicy flavors of Louisiana. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy weeknight dinner is high in protein, full of flavor, and sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless, chopped or shredded
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red or green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns or soft rolls
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through, then shred if desired.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Cook 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and saucy.
- Toast hamburger buns. Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom half, add cheese if desired, and top with the other half of the bun. Serve hot.
Notes
For milder flavor, omit hot sauce or reduce Cajun seasoning. Great served with sweet potato fries, coleslaw, or a simple salad. Store leftovers up to 3 days refrigerated or 2 months frozen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Cajun sloppy joes, spicy chicken sandwich, easy weeknight dinners, comfort food with a twist