Cajun Chicken Sloppy Joes (Printer-Friendly Version)

Tender chicken with spicy Cajun seasoning, sweet corn, and gooey cheese melded into a rich, creamy filling served warm.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb lean ground chicken

→ Vegetables

02 - 140 g canned corn, drained (no salt added)
03 - 120 g diced red onions

→ Condiments and Seasonings

04 - 300 g condensed cream of chicken soup (low sodium preferred)
05 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 tsp onion powder
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Cheese

10 - 80 g shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend

→ Bread

11 - 4 hamburger buns

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Arrange hamburger buns in a single layer on a baking sheet to toast just before serving, ensuring they remain crisp.
02 - Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken, breaking it up continuously until fully cooked and lightly browned.
03 - Stir in drained corn and diced red onions. Sauté for approximately 3 minutes until onions turn translucent and corn develops a slight toastiness.
04 - Reduce heat to low and mix in cream of chicken soup, Cajun seasoning, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is thick and well-coated.
05 - Remove from heat or lower to very low. Gently fold in mayonnaise until fully incorporated, avoiding boiling to maintain texture.
06 - Place the baking sheet with buns into a preheated 400°F (204°C) oven and toast for 4 to 5 minutes until lightly browned and crisp.
07 - Spoon the warm chicken mixture onto the bottom buns, sprinkle shredded cheese evenly, and cover with the top bun to allow the cheese to melt.
08 - Serve immediately while hot, allowing melted cheese to add a creamy texture to each bite.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Toast buns just before assembling to prevent sogginess and preserve texture.
02 - Use freshly shredded cheese for optimal meltability and flavor.
03 - Avoid overheating the mayonnaise to prevent separation and maintain creaminess.
04 - The filling freezes well for up to two months; thaw overnight and reheat gently before serving.

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