Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes

Transform your dinner routine with these irresistible Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes, a lighter spin on the classic comfort food favorite. Made with lean ground turkey, sautéed onions, and bell peppers, this recipe packs bold, savory flavor in every bite, thanks to a zesty blend of ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of smoked paprika. The quick, 30-minute cooking process makes it perfect for busy weeknights, while optional toppings like pickles, shredded cheese, or creamy coleslaw add a fun and customizable touch. Serve these sloppy joes on toasted hamburger buns for a satisfying, hearty meal that’s both family-friendly and healthier than traditional versions.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 yellow onion, finely diced
• 0.5 green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 hamburger buns
• 0 optional toppings: pickles, shredded cheese, or coleslaw

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely diced yellow onion and green bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Add the chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the turkey.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Toast the hamburger buns if desired, then spoon the turkey mixture onto the bottom half of each bun.

Step 10

Add optional toppings like pickles, shredded cheese, or coleslaw. Place the top bun on and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1140.6 grams (1140.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1445

Total Fat 63.10g	81%
Saturated Fat 20.40g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 322mg	107%
Sodium 3545mg	154%
Total Carbohydrate 133.90g	49%
Dietary Fiber 61.00g	218%
Total Sugars 54.50g
Protein 145.20g	290%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 158mg	12%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 722mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 31.8%