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Quick Stovetop Sloppy Joe Recipe

Sloppy Joe Recipe

A thick, glossy BBQ-sauced Sloppy Joe made with browned ground beef, bell pepper, and diced onion for a savory, slightly sweet filling. Ready in about 20 minutes, this stovetop sandwich is a quick lunch or weeknight dinner option.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Course: Lunch
Keyword: BBQ Sauce, sandwich, Sloppy Joe

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup onion diced
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 4 hamburger buns

Instructions

  1. Add the ground beef, bell pepper, and diced onion to a skillet and cook over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Drain away any excess drippings.
  2. Stir in the BBQ Sauce, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the sauce has reduced and the meat mixture is thick, about 10 minutes.
  3. Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture onto toasted hamburger buns.

Notes

Notes
Storage Tips:
To make ahead.
Prepare the filling as instructed. Cool and then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
To freeze.
Prepare the filling as instructed. Cool and store in a freezer-safe, airtight container for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a skillet on the stove and serve.