Crockpot Lunch Sloppy Joes

Crockpot Lunch Sloppy Joes shredded beef sandwiches, this recipe is a must try for any sandwich lover beef.
Chuck roast is smoked low and slow with a salt, pepper, and garlic rub to develop a nice bark before it’s braised with sliced onions by choice until it’s fall-apart tender.

You know those days when everything feels a bit too much because the kids are yelling and the dishes are piling up while.
Yes, it’s exactly that kind of day when Crockpot Sloppy Joes come to the rescue and they’re truly a lifesaver.
Both my kids and husband love this type of sandwich.

Have you ever tried making Sloppy Joes this way If not, then you’re seriously missing out because it’s a total game-changer, no kidding.

And just one more thing before you dive in—don’t skimp on the napkins because you’ll thank me later.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds 85% lean ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup ketchup
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• ⅓ cup chili sauce such as Heinz
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 12 hamburger buns for serving

How to Make Crockpot Lunch Sloppy Joes

Step 1

Brown the beef: In a large pan on the stove, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it’s no longer pink. Break it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any extra fat.

Step 2

Mix everything together: Put the cooked beef into your crockpot. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and water. Stir well to combine everything.

Step 3

Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.

Optional : When ready to serve, toast your hamburger buns. I usually just put a dab of butter in my cast iron skillet. Put the heat on medium. Then put in the buns. Put filling onto each of your buns and enjoy!

Optional : Top with a slice of American cheese.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

• Crockpot / slow cooker
• Large frying pan or skillet
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Cutting board and knife for chopping the onion and pepper
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Ladle or large spoon for serving

Recipes Tips

Make it spicier: Add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Make it sweeter: Add a little extra brown sugar or a squirt of honey.
Cheese it up: Sprinkle some shredded cheese on top of the sloppy joe filling before closing the bun.Toast the buns: This gives the sandwich extra texture and keeps the bread from getting too sog

What To Eat With Crockpot Lunch Sloppy Joes ?

These Sloppy Joe sandwiches are perfect for summer family lunches or gatherings with friends. My family and I usually eat them with delicious desserts like chip cookies and smoothies.

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Crockpot Lunch Sloppy Joes

Recipe by LorieCourse: Lunch, DinnerCuisine: American, MexicanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

4

hours 

Calories

350300

kcal

Total time

4

hours 

15

minutes

These Crockpot Lunch Sloppy Joes are a classic, family-friendly meal made with ground beef simmered in a sweet and tangy tomato-based sauce. Perfect for busy days, this slow cooker recipe is easy to prepare and ready to serve straight from the pot on your favorite buns.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds 85% lean ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper

• 1 cup ketchup

• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 3 cloves garlic minced

• ⅓ cup chili sauce such as Heinz

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 12 hamburger buns for serving

Directions

• Brown the beef: In a large pan on the stove, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it’s no longer pink. Break it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any extra fat
• Mix everything together: Put the cooked beef into your crockpot. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and water. Stir well to combine everything.
• Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.
• Optional: When ready to serve, toast your hamburger buns. I usually just put a dab of butter in my cast iron skillet. Put the heat on medium. Then put in the buns. Put filling onto each of your buns and enjoy! Optional: Top with a slice of American cheese.

Notes

• Brown the meat first : Always cook and drain the ground beef before adding it to the crockpot to avoid excess grease.
• Use ketchup or tomato sauce : Both work, but ketchup adds more sweetness; tomato sauce gives a more savory flavor.
• Use garlic powder or fresh garlic : Either one enhances the taste.
• Serve creatively : Try the mixture over baked potatoes.