For the Cajun Chicken Base:

• 1 lb ground chicken (or turkey if that’s what you’ve got)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced (the holy trinity is real)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

For the Cajun Magic:

• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp thyme

For the Saucy Goodness:

• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp hot sauce (Louisiana-style preferred)
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

For Serving:

• 6 hamburger buns (brioche if you’re feeling fancy)
• Pickles (mandatory)
• Coleslaw (optional but recommended)
• Hot sauce for the brave souls