Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
Hearty, saucy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes with bold, tangy-sweet flavor and minimal prep. Perfect for busy weeknights or game day.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lb lean ground beef
- 1.25 cup diced yellow onion
- 0.75 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 0.75 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2.5 tbsp packed brown sugar
- 1.5 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1.5 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1.25 tsp kosher salt adjust to taste
- 0.75 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Chop the onion and bell pepper; mince the garlic.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer the beef to the slow cooker. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Stir to combine.
- Whisk together tomato sauce, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire, mustard, vinegar, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the sauce into the slow cooker and mix well to coat the beef and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on LOW for about 5 hours, stirring once halfway through.
- If you prefer a thicker mix, uncover for the last 20 minutes to let it reduce slightly.
- Spoon onto toasted hamburger buns and serve warm.
Notes
Variation: Swap half the beef for ground turkey, or add 1 cup finely diced mushrooms to stretch the mixture. For a sweeter vibe, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of your favorite BBQ sauce. Leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated or freeze up to 3 months; reheat gently and splash in a little water if needed.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.