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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe

These Cajun-spiced chicken sloppy joes offer a healthier twist on the classic, featuring tender air-fried chicken in a smoky, flavorful sauce served on soft buns for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tsp Cajun Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil for coating
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper
For Serving
  • 4 Hamburger Buns split
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce optional topping
  • 1/4 cup Pickles optional topping

Equipment

  • Air Fryer,
  • Large skillet,
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning and olive oil until well coated.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until cooked through and slightly charred. Set aside.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper for 4-5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, stirring frequently.
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to let flavors meld.
  4. Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes to heat through.
Assemble and Serve
  1. Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the split hamburger buns.
  2. Top with shredded lettuce and pickles if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 35gFat: 12g

Notes

For a spicier kick, add extra Cajun seasoning. This recipe can be made with ground chicken instead of chicken breasts for a quicker prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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