Description
A spicy and creamy twist on the classic sloppy joe, featuring ground chicken cooked with aromatic Cajun seasoning, sautéed vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese, all served on toasted brioche buns for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground chicken
- 1 Small onion, finely chopped
- 1 Bell pepper, chopped
- 2 Cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup Chicken broth
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 Brioche or hamburger buns
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5-6 minutes.
- Sauté Veggies: Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season & Simmer: Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the mixture evenly. Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Add Cream & Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream and stir until the sauce is smooth. Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted and creamy.
- Assemble: Lightly toast the brioche or hamburger buns if desired. Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture generously onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with the other half.
- Serve Warm: Serve immediately while hot and gooey for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce along with the Cajun seasoning.
- Ground turkey can be substituted for ground chicken if preferred.
- To make it lighter, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the texture might be less creamy.
- Brioche buns add a richer flavor and texture, but any sturdy hamburger buns will work.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing and simmering
- Cuisine: American Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Cajun chicken, sloppy joe, ground chicken recipe, creamy chicken sandwich, easy dinner, spicy chicken sandwich
