Description
Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes are a spicy twist on the classic sloppy joe, made with lean ground chicken simmered in a flavorful mix of cream of chicken soup, Cajun seasonings, and sweet corn. Served on toasted hamburger buns topped with a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, this quick and delicious recipe is perfect for a family meal or casual dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 15 oz canned corn, drained
- 1/2 cup diced red onions
- 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Assembly
- 4 large hamburger buns
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for toasting the hamburger buns later.
- Cook the Ground Chicken: Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat and add the lean ground chicken. Crumble the chicken well as it cooks to ensure even cooking.
- Add Corn and Onions: Once the chicken is fully cooked through, stir in the drained canned corn and diced red onions. Continue cooking for about 3 minutes to soften the onions and heat the corn.
- Mix in Seasonings and Soup: Add the condensed cream of chicken soup, Cajun seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients well and reduce the heat to low.
- Incorporate Mayonnaise: Carefully add the mayonnaise to the mixture and stir just until it is fully blended to create a creamy texture. Allow the mixture to sit on medium heat to keep warm.
- Toast the Buns: Place the hamburger buns in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast them in the preheated oven for 4-5 minutes or until they are lightly browned and crisp.
- Assemble the Sloppy Joes: Remove the buns from the oven. Spoon the warm chicken mixture onto the bottom halves of the buns. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend over the chicken mixture.
- Complete and Serve: Top with the remaining bun halves to complete each sandwich. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes!
Notes
- Use lean ground chicken for a healthier option that still provides great flavor and texture.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce when adding the Cajun seasoning.
- Make sure to toast the buns just until lightly browned to prevent them from becoming too hard.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute hamburger buns with gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps.