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Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce

Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce
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If you’re craving a quick and flavorful meal, these Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes with Creamy Cheese Sauce are the perfect solution! This delightful twist on a classic combines juicy ground chicken simmered in smoky-spicy Cajun sauce and topped with a rich, velvety cheese sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes. The comforting combination of spices and creamy cheese will make it a hit at your dinner table!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • salt (to taste)
  • 4–6 brioche hamburger buns
  • softened butter (for toasting, as needed)
  • freshly ground black pepper (to finish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken, cooking until no longer pink (5–7 minutes). Stir in chopped onion and cook until translucent (3–4 minutes). Add garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another minute.
  2. Mix in tomato paste, broth, and tomato sauce; simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and optional brown sugar.
  3. For the cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour for one minute, then gradually add milk while stirring until it thickens (4–5 minutes). Stir in shredded cheese until smooth.
  4. Toast brioche buns and assemble by placing the Cajun chicken filling on the bottom bun, followed by the cheese sauce.

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