Tex Mex Turkey Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Tex Mex Turkey Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 whole Onion, Diced; 5 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 pound Ground Turkey Breast; 1 can 15 Oz Can, Tomato Sauce, No Salt Added; 1 can (4 Oz. Can) Diced Green Chilis; 1 cup Chicken Stock (low Sodium); 1 teaspoon EACH: Pepper, Garlic Salt, Garlic Powder, Smoked Paprika; 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder; 2 dashes Hot Sauce; 2 whole Carrots, Diced; 2 stalks Celery, Diced; 1 whole Orange Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Diced; 1 whole Avocado (peeled, Pitted And Sliced); 1/2 cups Purple Onion, Sliced; 1 cup Pickled Jalapeno Slices; 8 whole Whole Wheat Buns, Toasted

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 whole Onion, Diced
5 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 pound Ground Turkey Breast
1 can 15 Oz Can, Tomato Sauce, No Salt Added
1 can (4 Oz. Can) Diced Green Chilis
1 cup Chicken Stock (low Sodium)
1 teaspoon EACH: Pepper, Garlic Salt, Garlic Powder, Smoked Paprika
1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
2 dashes Hot Sauce
2 whole Carrots, Diced
2 stalks Celery, Diced
1 whole Orange Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Diced
1 whole Avocado (peeled, Pitted And Sliced)
1/2 cups Purple Onion, Sliced
1 cup Pickled Jalapeno Slices
8 whole Whole Wheat Buns, Toasted

1
In a large cast iron skillet, over medium high heat add oil, onions, and garlic.
2
Let the mixture bloom 2 minutes.
3
Add in ground turkey, and cook until browned.
4
Once browned add in tomato sauce, green chilies, chicken stock, and add in all spices (pepper through chili powder).
5
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
6
Add in a few shakes hot sauce if desired.
7
Stir well to combine.
8
Cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
9
Now add in carrots, celery, and orange pepper.
10
Let this come to a simmer and simmer for another 15 minutes, or until liquid is pretty much absorbed.
11
To serve: If desired toast buns.
12
Add turkey mixture to bottom half of bun, top with diced purple onions, avocado slices, and pickled jalapenos.
13
Place top half of bun on sandwich and enjoy!

410

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 whole Onion, Diced, 5 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 pound Ground Turkey Breast, and more.

Yes, Tex Mex 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!

Tex Mex Turkey Sloppy Joes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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