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Delicious Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes served with pickles on a bun.

Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

A comforting twist on the classic Sloppy Joes, featuring ground chicken and bold Cajun flavors, perfect for any family dinner or casual gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 4 pieces brioche buns
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour

Method

Cooking the Filling

  • In a skillet, cook the onion, garlic, and bell pepper over medium heat until softened.
  • Add the ground chicken and cook until browned.
  • Stir in the Cajun seasoning and diced tomatoes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for about 10 minutes.

Making the Cheese Sauce

  • In a separate saucepan, melt butter, add flour to make a roux, then gradually whisk in milk and stir until thickened.
  • Add the cheddar cheese to the sauce and mix until melted.

Assembly

  • Toast the brioche buns.
  • Assemble the sloppy joes by placing the chicken mixture on the bun, then drizzling with the cheddar cheese sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

Serve warm with a side of chips or salad. For added crunch, you can include pickles or hot sauce.
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