Quick Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe

Satisfy your sloppy joe craving with this quick and lean recipe! Combining the best elements from top-rated recipes, this version uses lean ground meat and is easily customizable to your taste. Serve these delicious sloppy joes on toasted buns, topped with melted cheese, or even nestled on a hot dog for a fun twist! Get dinner on the table in just 25 minutes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 279.7 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Easy Sloppy Joes

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How to Make Quick Easy Sloppy Joes

  1. Brown 1 lb lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain the cooked beef thoroughly on paper towels to remove excess grease.
  3. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to the skillet.
  4. Stir in 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced). Cook for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  5. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of tomato sauce, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Stir in an additional 1/4 teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper.
  7. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve the sloppy joe mixture on toasted buns. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and/or a hot dog for an extra delicious treat! Serve with kettle chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

78g

Fat

18g

Carbs

8g