Crock Pot Hot N Spicy Sloppy Joes

Turn up the heat on a comfort food classic with these Crock Pot Hot 'N' Spicy Sloppy Joes! Perfectly seasoned ground beef is slow-cooked with bold flavors like smoked paprika, chili powder, hot sauce, and a touch of brown sugar, creating the ultimate balance of spicy, smoky, and sweet. The addition of fresh bell peppers, onion, and garlic enhances the hearty texture and depth of flavor, while the ketchup-based sauce ties it all together. This easy crock pot recipe requires minimal prep time and is perfect for feeding a crowd. Serve the savory goodness over soft hamburger buns and customize with toppings like pickles, coleslaw, or jalapeños for an extra kick. Whether it's game day, a family dinner, or a casual gathering, these zesty sloppy joes are sure to become a favorite in your slow-cooker lineup!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups ketchup
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces hamburger buns
• 0 as desired optional toppings (pickles, slaw, or sliced jalapenos)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat and transfer the cooked beef to your crock pot.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the crock pot along with the cooked beef.

Step 3

In a bowl, whisk together the ketchup, hot sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables in the crock pot, stirring to coat everything evenly.

Step 5

Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Once cooked, taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference (add more hot sauce for extra heat or brown sugar for a touch of sweetness).

Step 7

Serve the hot and spicy sloppy joe mixture on hamburger buns. Add optional toppings such as pickles, slaw, or sliced jalapenos for extra flavor and crunch.

Step 8

Enjoy your Crock Pot Hot 'N' Spicy Sloppy Joes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2106.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3284.1

Total Fat 194.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 642.3mg	0%
Sodium 7640.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 121.3g	0%
Total Sugars 92.6g
Protein 253.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 456.0mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 3029.0mg	0%

*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: 46.5%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 26.7%