Homemade Sloppy Joes or Hot Dog Chili

Transform your comfort food game with this easy and flavorful recipe for Homemade Sloppy Joes or Hot Dog Chili! Featuring tender ground beef, tangy ketchup, and a medley of seasonings like smoked paprika and chili powder, this one-skillet wonder delivers bold, nostalgic flavors in every bite. Perfectly balanced with sweet brown sugar and the zesty kick of Worcestershire sauce, this hearty topping pairs beautifully with toasted hamburger buns or sizzling hot dogs. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an effortless crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners, cookouts, or game day feasts. Indulge in this versatile classic that’s sure to be a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 0.5 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup water or beef broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the cooked beef. Stir and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 5

Add the water or beef broth to the skillet. Stir well and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add additional salt, pepper, or a splash of Worcestershire sauce to your liking.

Step 7

Serve warm on toasted hamburger buns for sloppy joes or spooned over hot dogs as a chili topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1117.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1675.4

Total Fat 107.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 313.1mg	0%
Sodium 4243.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 65.2g
Protein 81.1g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 195.2mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 1917.5mg	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: 57.5%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 23.3%