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Side view of a turkey Sloppy joe on a potato bun sitting on a white plate with a blue rim

Turkey Sloppy Joes

These sweet and zesty turkey Sloppy joes are so yummy. From start to finish they are done in 30 minutes making them a perfect quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner, lunch, Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbs. Olive oil
  • 1/3 cup onion, diced small
  • 1/3 cup red bell pepper, diced small
  • 1/3 cup green bell pepper, diced small
  • 1 1/2 tsp. garlic, minced
  • 1 lb. ground turkey
  • 1 tsp. fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 Tbs. dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 Tbs. Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 Tbs tomato paste
  • 1 Tbs. ketchup
  • 2 Tbs. brown sugar
  • 4 Potato buns

Instructions
 

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  • Add the onions and bell peppers to the hot oil and cook for about 3-4 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the garlic and cook for another minute or so until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  • Add the ground turkey and break it up with a spoon or spatula. Stir the turkey and vegetables together.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, brown sugar, dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, tomato paste and ketchup. Stir until everything is well combined.
  • Reduce the heat under the skillet to low and add a lid.
    Cook for another 4-5 minutes.
Keyword easy dinner, ground turkey, quick meals