Turkey Sloppy Joes
This turkey version of sloppy joes is saucy, savory, and ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and lunchboxes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey Can swap with ground chicken or lean ground beef.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup For lower sugar, use sugar-free ketchup.
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar Reduce to 1 teaspoon for lower sugar.
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 pieces burger buns, split and toasted Use gluten free buns for gluten free version.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic, and cook until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Stir in the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve on toasted burger buns with optional pickles or shredded cheese.
Notes
Store cooled sloppy joe mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze in meal-sized portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in a skillet.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g
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