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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce

Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce Magic

A flavorful and easy recipe for Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Substitute with ground turkey for a healthier option
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust for heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Enhances umami & color
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Adjust salt levels accordingly
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Canned for convenience
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds savory depth
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Optional; rounds out the heat
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Used to create a roux
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickens the cheese sauce
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can be substituted with a plant-based milk
  • 1.5 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Fresh-shredded recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust for spiciness
For Serving
  • 4 buns Brioche Hamburger Buns Perfect for toasting

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spatula, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
  2. Stir in the finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until it becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic and sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Mix in a couple of tablespoons of tomato paste, stirring until it glistens. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring well to combine. Simmer uncovered on low heat for 8-10 minutes.
  4. In a separate saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Whisk in an equal amount of all-purpose flour to form a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until golden.
  5. Gradually add 1 cup of whole milk, stirring until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, which should take about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, then slowly mix in 1.5 cups of freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese and a pinch of paprika. Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Butter the cut sides of brioche buns. Heat a skillet or broiler to medium and toast the buns until they are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. To assemble, spoon a generous portion of the chicken mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Ladle the warm cheese sauce over the top, and finish with the top bun.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 610mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize heat level and always shred cheese from a block for best results.

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