Sloppy Janes Recipe

Name: Sloppy Janes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound 80/20 Ground Chuck; 1/2 cups Yellow Onion, Chopped; 1 clove Garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Ground Mustard; 3 Tablespoons Spicy BBQ Sauce; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce; 2 Tablespoons Ketchup; 1/2 cups Diced Canned Tomatoes; 1/4 cups Button Mushrooms, Chopped

Servings: persons

1 pound 80/20 Ground Chuck
1/2 cups Yellow Onion, Chopped
1 clove Garlic, Minced
1 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder
1/4 teaspoons Ground Mustard
3 Tablespoons Spicy BBQ Sauce
1- 1/2 teaspoon Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce
2 Tablespoons Ketchup
1/2 cups Diced Canned Tomatoes
1/4 cups Button Mushrooms, Chopped

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In a large skillet, combine the ground chuck, onions and garlic over medium heat.
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Use your spoon to break the meat into small pieces as it cooks.
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Continue to cook until the meat is browned.
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Add the dry spices to the pan.
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Stir.
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Allow the spices to toast for 1 minute.
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Add the remaining ingredients.
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Stir to combine.
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Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 30 minutes over medium-low heat.
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You want the mixture to be at a steady simmer, not a hard boil.
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Stir occasionally.
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After 30 minutes, remove the lid.
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If the sauce is not thick enough for you, allow it to simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes.
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Serve on a toasted sandwich roll.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound 80/20 Ground Chuck, 1/2 cups Yellow Onion, Chopped, 1 clove Garlic, Minced, 1 teaspoon Salt, and more.

Yes, Sloppy Janes falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Sloppy Janes

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