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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes

Juicy Cajun-spiced chicken slathered in a creamy cheese sauce, served in a soft brioche bun for a flavor explosion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cajun Chicken Mixture
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
  • 4 brioche buns soft and toasted
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter for cheese sauce

Method
 

Cooking the Cajun Chicken Mixture
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground chicken, onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and the veggies are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes until everything’s heated through and slightly thickened.
Preparing the Cheese Sauce
  1. While the chicken mixture simmers, prepare the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, then whisk in the milk. Gradually add the cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
Assembling the Sloppy Joes
  1. Toast the brioche buns until golden.
  2. To assemble, spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, drizzle with cheddar cheese sauce, and top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately!

Notes

You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze the chicken filling for up to 3 months. Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to suit your heat preference.