Quick and Healthy Turkey Sloppy Joes
A wholesome, family favorite meal that comes together in just thirty minutes.
recipesbynani.comThere is nothing quite like a messy, flavorful sloppy joe to make everyone excited for dinner. These turkey versions are a lighter take on the classic comfort food you grew up eating, and they use simple pantry staples to create a delicious homemade sauce.
My biggest tip for this recipe is to let the sauce simmer for a few extra minutes if you like it extra thick. It is a fantastic option for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying but quick to put on the table.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 whole wheat burger buns
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion to the skillet and cook until it becomes soft and translucent.
- 3
Add the ground turkey to the pan and cook until it is browned all the way through, breaking it into small crumbles with a spoon.
- 4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
- 5
Add the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, and chili powder to the skillet.
- 6
Stir everything together well and let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 5 to 10 minutes so the flavors can blend.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- 8
Serve the warm turkey mixture on toasted whole wheat buns.
💡 Tips
Store any leftover meat in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To serve, simply reheat the turkey in a pan with a tiny splash of water or broth. These also freeze beautifully for a future quick meal.
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