Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes (Printable Version)
Bold Cajun-spiced chicken with sweet corn and melted cheese on toasted hamburger buns in under 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
450 g lean ground chicken
→ Vegetables
02 -
150 g canned corn, drained (no sugar added)
03 -
100 g diced red onions
→ Condiments and Seasonings
04 -
120 g condensed cream of chicken soup (low sodium preferred)
05 -
15 g Cajun seasoning blend
06 -
5 g onion powder
07 -
5 g fine sea salt
08 -
2 g freshly ground black pepper
09 -
60 g mayonnaise
→ Breads and Cheese
10 -
4 large hamburger buns
11 -
100 g shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
# Steps:
01 -
Heat oven to 200°C (400°F). Arrange hamburger buns cut-side up on a baking sheet for toasting later.
02 -
Place ground chicken in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Break up the meat with a spatula and cook until fully browned and no pink remains, developing a slight crust for flavor.
03 -
Add drained corn and diced red onions to the pan. Stir and cook for 3 minutes until onions soften and corn warms through.
04 -
Mix in condensed cream of chicken soup, Cajun seasoning, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and reduce heat to low to let flavors meld while maintaining creaminess.
05 -
Fold in mayonnaise gently until fully incorporated. Heat mixture for an additional minute on low heat to thicken and hold the sauce.
06 -
Place prepared buns in the oven and toast for 4 to 5 minutes until tops are golden and slightly crisp but still soft inside. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
07 -
Spoon hot chicken mixture onto bottom buns. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top allowing slight melting. Cap with the top buns, pressing gently to secure filling.
08 -
Serve warm for optimal gooey cheese texture and crisp bread. Best enjoyed fresh for maximum flavor and texture contrast.
# Notes:
01 -
Store leftover filling separately in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Keep buns separate and toast before serving to prevent sogginess.
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For a dairy-free version, omit cheese or substitute with plant-based alternatives. Mayonnaise can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lighter filling.