Quick & Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Quick & Easy Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground chuck (83/17 Fat Ratio...great for flavor); 1/4 teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 small onion, chopped; 6 tablespoons ketchup; 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce (I used Jack Daniel's); 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon yellow mustard; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (optional, if you like it tangy) (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 lb ground chuck (83/17 Fat Ratio...great for flavor)
1/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
6 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce (I used Jack Daniel's)
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (optional, if you like it tangy) (optional)

1
Brown meat in a skillet until it has just cooked through. Add in salt and pepper.
2
Drain meat onto paper towels so that the grease and fat have been soaked up.
3
Using the same skillet (after it has been wiped down with the a paper towel), combine all the remaining ingredients and bring to a slight simmer.
4
Add the meat back along with some fresh cracked black pepper. (You can also add the meat after 3-4 minutes of slight simmering if you prefer very soft onions.).
5
Heat thoroughly and serve on a steamed or toasted bun with kettle chips.
6
These are also great topped with cheese and a hot dog.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb ground chuck (83/17 Fat Ratio...great for flavor), 1/4 teaspoon salt, fresh ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Quick & Easy Sloppy Joes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quick & Easy Sloppy Joes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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