Description
Crockpot Sloppy Joes bring irresistible flavor with simple prep. With lean ground beef, zesty spices, and a rich sauce, these sandwiches are perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups ketchup
- 8 ounce can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Burger buns
- Pickles
- Shredded cheddar
- Coleslaw
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker.
- Mix in ketchup, tomato sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until thick and flavorful.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, vinegar, or brown sugar if needed. If too loose, cook uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
- Spoon the mixture onto toasted buns and serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
Feel free to use ground turkey for a leaner option.
Add your favorite toppings like pickles or coleslaw for added flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg