Description
This Easy Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes recipe is a quick, flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. Ground turkey is cooked with aromatic vegetables and a tangy tomato-based sauce, all served on toasted hamburger buns for a delicious, family-friendly meal ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serving
- 4 hamburger buns
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Cook the turkey: Add the minced garlic and ground turkey to the skillet. Cook the turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
- Add sauce ingredients: Stir in the tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer the mixture: Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Toast the buns: Toast the hamburger buns lightly in the oven or on a skillet, if desired.
- Assemble and serve: Spoon the turkey mixture onto the bottom half of each bun, topping with fresh parsley if using. Place the top bun on and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of hot sauce or smoked paprika.
- To reduce sugar, adjust the amount of brown sugar and ketchup.
- Serve with a side of coleslaw or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
