Description
This Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe combines spicy Cajun flavors with tender ground chicken in a creamy, cheesy filling perfect for a quick and satisfying sandwich. Loaded with corn, red onions, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, these sloppy joes bring a delicious Southern twist to a classic comfort food, making for a flavorful and hearty meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 15 oz canned corn, drained
- ½ cup diced red onions
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup mayo
Assembly
- 4 large hamburger buns
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat and cook chicken: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). In a sauté pan on the stovetop, cook the ground chicken over medium heat until fully cooked and no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add vegetables and seasonings: To the cooked chicken, add the drained corn, diced red onions, condensed cream of chicken soup, Cajun seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and continue cooking for about 3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Incorporate mayo: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the mayonnaise until the mixture is creamy and well combined. This adds richness and moisture to the filling.
- Toast buns: Place the hamburger buns in the preheated oven and toast them for 4-5 minutes until slightly crisp and warm.
- Assemble sandwiches and serve: Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend over the mixture, then place the top buns on. Serve immediately and enjoy these flavorful sandwiches!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add extra Cajun seasoning or a dash of hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
- You can substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade béchamel sauce for a fresher taste.
- Using lean ground chicken keeps the sandwiches lower in fat but still flavorful.
- To make the recipe gluten free, use gluten-free buns and ensure the Cajun seasoning is gluten free.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat the filling before assembling.
