Quick and Tasty: Crockpot Lunch Sloppy Joes for a Mess-Free Meal

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Looking for an easy, comforting meal that’s perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual get-together?

These Crockpot Sloppy Joes are a delicious, no-fuss solution.

Ground beef is slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce, resulting in juicy, flavorful sandwiches that everyone will love. The crockpot does all the hard work, allowing the flavors to meld together while you go about your day.

Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or game days, these sloppy joes are classic comfort food that’s sure to please a crowd. Let’s get started on this easy and satisfying recipe!

Ingredients:

For the sloppy joes:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For serving:

• 8 hamburger buns
• Pickles (optional for serving)
• Shredded cheese (optional for topping)

Instructions:

1. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add Ingredients to Crockpot: Transfer the browned ground beef to the crockpot. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the sauce is thickened and the flavors have melded together.
4. Serve: Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto hamburger buns and serve hot. Add pickles or shredded cheese on top if desired.

Notes:

• This recipe makes 8 servings, perfect for family dinners, casual parties, or meal prep.
• For a lighter version, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
• Leftover sloppy joe filling can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Yield: 8

Crockpot Sloppy Joes

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Looking for an easy, comforting meal that’s perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual get-together?

These Crockpot Sloppy Joes are a delicious, no-fuss solution.

Ground beef is slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy sauce, resulting in juicy, flavorful sandwiches that everyone will love. The crockpot does all the hard work, allowing the flavors to meld together while you go about your day.

Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or game days, these sloppy joes are classic comfort food that’s sure to please a crowd. Let’s get started on this easy and satisfying recipe!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional for heat)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 8 hamburger buns
• Pickles (optional for serving)
• Shredded cheese (optional for topping)

Instructions

1. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add Ingredients to Crockpot: Transfer the browned ground beef to the crockpot. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the sauce is thickened and the flavors have melded together.
4. Serve: Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto hamburger buns and serve hot. Add pickles or shredded cheese on top if desired.

Notes

This recipe makes 8 servings, perfect for family dinners, casual parties, or meal prep.

For a lighter version, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.

Leftover sloppy joe filling can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 513Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 737mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 2gSugar: 14gProtein: 37g

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Wrapping Up Crockpot Sloppy Joes

These Crockpot Sloppy Joes are a classic comfort food, made even easier with the help of a slow cooker.

With rich, sweet, and tangy flavors, the ground beef mixture is slow-cooked to perfection and served on soft hamburger buns for a hearty meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

Serving 8 people, this dish is great for family dinners, parties, or meal prepping for the week.

The crockpot does all the heavy lifting, allowing the ingredients to simmer and develop deep flavors without much effort. Add your favorite toppings, like pickles or shredded cheese, and enjoy this timeless, satisfying dish!