Sloppy Joes Hockey Recipe

Score big with the ultimate "Sloppy Joes Hockey Recipe," a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for game day or a casual family dinner. Tender ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter twist) is simmered with a flavorful blend of ketchup, tangy Worcestershire sauce, rich tomato paste, and a touch of smoked paprika and brown sugar for just the right balance of savory and sweet. Finely chopped onions, green bell peppers, and minced garlic add fresh, aromatic depth, while toasted burger buns keep everything perfectly contained for a mess-free bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, one-skillet meal is a guaranteed winner when served hot and piled high—ideal for feeding a hungry team or hungry fans. Whether you're tailgating or cozying up at home, these sloppy joes are bound to earn you a culinary hat-trick!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.75 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.33 cup water
• 6 burger buns (toasted, if preferred)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked (approximately 7-8 minutes). Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Push the beef to one side of the skillet and add the finely chopped onion and diced green bell pepper to the other side. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes, then stir everything together.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Gradually add the water to the mixture, stirring to combine. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Toast your burger buns, if desired, to prevent them from getting too soggy.

Step 8

Spoon the Sloppy Joe mixture generously onto the buns. Serve immediately for a satisfying, game-time meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1511.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2779.8

Total Fat 123.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 4627.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 308.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 84.7g
Protein 117.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 737.8mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 2491.8mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 43.8%