Spicy Turkey Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Spicy Turkey Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey; 1 large green bell pepper, chopped; 4 large garlic cloves; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1 1/4 cups ale or beer; 3/4 cup bottled chili sauce or ketchup; 1 4-ounce can diced green chilies; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup finely chopped green onions; 6 sourdough rolls, split, toasted; 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce or packaged garden salad mix

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
4 large garlic cloves
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/4 cups ale or beer
3/4 cup bottled chili sauce or ketchup
1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup finely chopped green onions
6 sourdough rolls, split, toasted
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce or packaged garden salad mix

1
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add turkey, green pepper and garlic and saute until turkey is no longer pink, breaking up meat with back of fork, about 10 minutes.
3
Mix in chili powder; stir 1 minute.
4
Add next 4 ingredients.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until mixture thickens, stirring often, about 15 minutes.
6
Mix in green onions; season with salt and pepper.
7
Arrange roll bottoms on plates.
8
Spoon sloppy joe mixture over; top with lettuce and roll tops.

623

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey, 1 large green bell pepper, chopped, 4 large garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Spicy Turkey Sloppy Joes falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Spicy Turkey Sloppy Joes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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