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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce

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An effortless recipe for Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 570

Ingredients
  

For the Cajun Chicken Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil or avocado oil for a neutral flavor
  • 1 pound Ground chicken can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 cup Onion (finely chopped) can replace with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning can adjust for milder taste
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste no direct substitute
  • 1 cup Chicken broth (low-sodium) vegetable broth works for vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Tomato sauce (canned) use homemade for fresh flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce soy sauce can be substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar (optional) adjust to taste
For the Creamy Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter or plant-based butter for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Whole milk or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (freshly shredded) do not substitute pre-shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces Brioche hamburger buns or gluten-free buns
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound of ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
    Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce
  2. Stir in 1 finely chopped onion, cooking for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
    Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste to the skillet and mix well. Pour in 1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup of canned tomato sauce, and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. Let the mixture simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes until it thickens slightly.
    Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce
  4. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly. Gradually add 1 cup of whole milk, whisking until the mixture thickens. Lower the heat and stir in 1 cup of freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika.
    Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce
  5. Butter the cut sides of 4 brioche hamburger buns. Toast them butter-side down in a hot skillet or under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
    Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce
  6. Spoon the Cajun chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Drizzle the creamy cheese sauce over the chicken, sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper, and cap with the top bun.
    Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 760mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the smoothest melt, always shred cheese fresh. Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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