️ Why You’ll Love This Version
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It’s quicker and lighter than traditional beef sloppy joes because it uses ground chicken. No Dash of Gluten+2Gourmet Mastermind+2
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Cajun seasoning gives extra warmth and a bit of a kick — bold flavor with minimal fuss. Sprinkles and Sprouts+2Creatives Cookery+2
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It’s a one‑pan dinner that’s ideal for busy weeknights or casual meals. Valerie’s Kitchen+2No Dash of Gluten+2
Ingredients (Serves 4)
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1 lb (≈ 450 g) lean ground chicken Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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1 tablespoon olive oil (or neutral oil) No Dash of Gluten+1
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1 small onion, finely chopped Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped (you can use red or yellow if preferred) Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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Optional: 1 rib celery, finely chopped (traditional Cajun “holy trinity” works well) 2 Nerds In A Truck+1
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2–3 cloves garlic, minced Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (store‑bought or homemade) — adjust to your heat preference Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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½ cup crushed tomatoes (or tomato sauce) Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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½ tablespoon brown sugar (optional — helps round out tomato tang) Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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½–1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional — for extra heat) Sprinkles and Sprouts
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½ cup heavy cream (or a splash of cream or milk) — helps make the mixture richer and “sloppy joe” saucier Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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Salt & pepper, to taste (be careful if your Cajun seasoning already has salt) Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
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4–6 burger rolls or buns, toasted (to hold up against the saucy filling) Sprinkles and Sprouts+1
Optional Toppings/Add-ins: