Best 6 Slow Cooked Turkey Sloppy Joes Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our collection of tantalizing slow-cooked turkey sloppy joes recipes. These delectable sandwiches, bursting with flavor and comfort, are perfect for any occasion. Embark on a journey of taste as we present three variations that cater to diverse preferences. Dive into the classic rendition, where succulent ground turkey simmers in a savory blend of tangy barbecue sauce, sweet brown sugar, tangy mustard, and aromatic Worcestershire sauce. Experience a delightful twist with our Asian-inspired sloppy joes, where ground turkey meets a harmonious balance of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and Sriracha, creating an explosion of umami flavors. For those seeking a vegetarian alternative, our veggie sloppy joes offer a symphony of roasted red peppers, zucchini, and hearty black beans, smothered in a rich tomato sauce. Each recipe promises an unforgettable sloppy joe experience, guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER TURKEY SLOPPY JOES



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The combination of chili sauce and ground turkey in these sloppy joes creates a delicious flavor. The avocado adds a special touch to the sandwiches. -Nichole Jones, Idaho Falls, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
2 medium onions, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar (12 ounces) chili sauce
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
8 onion rolls, split
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and mashed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey, onions and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking the meat into crumbles; drain., Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the chili sauce, jalapeno, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until heated through. Just before serving, stir in cheese. Serve on rolls topped with avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 1231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SLOW-COOKED TURKEY SLOPPY JOES



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This tangy sandwich filling is so easy to prepare in the slow cooker, and it goes over well at gatherings large and small. I frequently take it to potlucks, and I'm always asked for my secret ingredient. -Marylou LaRue, Freeland, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-sodium condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey, onion, celery and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the soup, ketchup, mustard, brown sugar and pepper., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. Serve on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEF JOHN'S TURKEY SLOPPY JOES



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This made for a very enjoyable lunch, and kept warm in a slow cooker, could also work very nicely for a Super Bowl party. It tastes enough like a traditional beef Sloppy Joe to provide that satisfying comfort food fix, yet seems much lighter.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
½ cup cold water
¾ cup ketchup
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup water, or as needed
6 hamburger buns, split
⅓ cup chopped green onions
½ cup shredded white Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion starts to brown, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black.
  • Mix ground turkey and 1/2 cup cold water into onions. Cook and stir, breaking up the meat, until it begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Add ketchup, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until liquid is reduced, about 5 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cocoa powder. Cook, stirring frequently and adding up to 1 cup water if needed, until meat is cooked through and liquid is reduced and thick, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Toast hamburger buns until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove turkey mixture from the heat and mix in green onions and Cheddar cheese. Serve on toasted hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 724 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

SLOPPY TURKEY JOES



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Note: This recipe method is written for children to follow, too. Adult helpers are referred to as GHs, or Grown Helpers.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
1 package, 1 1/3 pounds, ground turkey breast or lean ground turkey
1/2 red onion
1/2 red bell pepper
1 tablespoon grill seasoning blend (recommended: McCormick Montreal Grill Seasoning or Mrs. Dash seasoning for poultry)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup tomato sauce,( 8- ounce) can
4 crusty sandwich rolls, split
12 celery sticks, available in produce department or Grown Helper can chop
12 carrot sticks, also available in produce department or grown helper can chop
Cheese Fries, recipe follows

Steps:

  • Have a GH (grown helper) place a big skillet over medium high heat for you. Use some kitchen scissors to cut the turkey package open. Add some extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a nice, slow stream. Have the GH add the ground turkey to the pan, in case it spatters. Break the turkey up with a big wooden spoon as it starts to cook. If anyone touches the raw turkey, they should go wash their hands.
  • If you are a really good chopper, using a small, sharp knife chop up some red onion. Remember when you are chopping to keep the fingers that are not holding the knife all tucked in and curled under. Have a GH help you. You need half a red onion chopped up small. Pull the seeds and white membrane and the top out of a half red bell pepper and chop that up small too. Add the veggies to the cooking meat and stir it all together.
  • Next, mix in a small bowl: grill seasoning blend, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and the tomato sauce. This will make your special sauce. When all the ingredients are combined, pour the sauce evenly over the meat and stir everything together really well. Turn the heat down to simmer and cook the sloppy mixture for 10 minutes. Blow on a spoonful until cool and taste it to see if you need to adjust the seasoning.
  • Have the GH help you serve. Place a bun bottom on a plate. Use a big ice cream scoop to get a pile of sloppy meat onto the bun. Put bun top in place and serve with vegetable sticks on the side and Cheese Fries.
  • 1 sack frozen French fries, any brand or shape - crinkle cut, thin cut, steak cut, waffle fries - prepared to package directions
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 2 1/2 cups, (10-ounce) sack shredded yellow Cheddar
  • 3 squirts ketchup, about 1/4 cup
  • Have your GH (Grown Helper) put fries in oven on a cookie sheet. While fries are baking in the oven, have a GH place a sauce pot on the stove and heat it over medium heat. Add butter and melt it. Add the flour and stir. Cook butter and flour together for 1 minute or so. This is called "roux" (like Tiger and Roo with Pooh Bear) and it helps to thicken up sauces. Use a whisk to stir as the milk goes into the pot. Keep stirring until the milk gets thicker. Use a wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula to stir in the cheese. When all of the cheese melts, take the sauce off the heat and stir in 3 squirts of ketchup. This is your SECRET ingredient. When everyone asks what you put in your cheese sauce that makes it taste so good, just say milk and cheese, you can NEVER tell what secret ingredients you add! Tell your GH to keep the secret, too or they can never help you again!
  • Pour the sauce over the fries or serve the sauce on the side if you like to dipping better.
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Ease of preparation: easy

TURKEY MUSHROOM SLOPPY JOES



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces portobello mushrooms, very roughly chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground turkey (85% lean)
One 13- to 15-ounce carton crushed tomatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon coconut aminos
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
4 buns, for serving

Steps:

  • Pulse the mushrooms in a food processor until finely chopped.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the onion, bell pepper and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms and an additional 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook for 3 minutes. Add the ground turkey, 1 teaspoon salt and some pepper and cook, stirring and breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon, until the mushrooms have released their liquid and the meat is browned, about 8 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, chili powder, coconut aminos, Worcestershire and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Serve on buns.

SLOW COOKER GROUND TURKEY SLOPPY JOES



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Our simple Sloppy Joe recipe modified to cook in the slow cooker! Loaded with flavor, vegetables, and made without cans of sloppy joe sauce, this recipe will become your go-to dish. Slow Cooker Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes can be made in a crock pot or on your stove top.

Provided by Camille

Categories     Dinner     Main Course     Lunch

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground turkey
1 onion (diced)
3 stalks celery (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1/2 cup ketchup
2 Tablespoons mustard
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 whole wheat hamburger buns

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add turkey, onion, celery, and green pepper and cook until turkey is no longer pink. Drain the grease and add to slow cooker sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Add tomato soup, ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar to ingredients in slow cooker and stir together.
  • Cook on low for 4 hours, keep warm until serving.
  • Serve on hamburger buns.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 30 kcal

Tips:

  • Choose the right turkey. Ground turkey is a great option for sloppy joes, as it's lean and flavorful. You can also use leftover roasted turkey, if you have some on hand.
  • Don't overcook the turkey. Overcooked turkey can be dry and tough. Cook the turkey until it's just cooked through, then remove it from the heat and let it rest before shredding.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to sloppy joes. Some good options include onions, peppers, carrots, and celery.
  • Choose your sauce wisely. There are many different sauces that you can use for sloppy joes. Some popular options include barbecue sauce, tomato sauce, and ketchup. You can also make your own sauce, using your favorite ingredients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. Sloppy joes are a versatile dish, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. You can add cheese, bacon, or even pineapple to your sloppy joes.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked turkey sloppy joes are a delicious and easy meal that the whole family will enjoy. They're perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can make a batch of sloppy joes that everyone will love.

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