30 Minute Honey Garlic Turkey Sloppy Joes Recipe (2024)

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written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings 6 servings

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Last updated on June 4, 2020

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These Honey Garlic Turkey Sloppy Joes are a quick, healthy meal ready in 30 minutes or less!

I am a sucker for a sloppy joe.

I don’t know what it is. Maybe the fact that I’m actually 8 years old or just that saucy, meaty combination piled high on a soft bun.

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For this month’s 30 Minute Thursday I wanted to bring you a new twist on one of our favorites. And who doesn’t love a good honey garlic ANYthing?

If you prefer to use ground beef or ground pork in your sloppy joes, you can absolutely do that! We love our beef and pork as well, but sometimes in Swimsuit Season you want a leaner alternative and turkey or chicken is great for that.

In other news, it’s my 9 year wedding anniversary today! And regardless of what it looks like, we are actually not dining on sloppy joes tonight 😉 Happy Thursday to all of you!

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*NOTES:

  • if you wanted to make these for a potluck or picnic of some sort, you could easily cook the ground turkey, then throw all of the ingredients in the slow cooker for a few hours. It will work just as well!
  • I wanted to keep these sloppy joes on the healthier side, so I tried to avoiddrowning them in sauce. The first time I made them, they had great flavor but weren’t very saucy at all. I ended up making them a second time and doubled the sauce. If you like them a little drier, you can definitely halve it!
  • To bump up the nutrition, add in shredded zucchini and carrot when you’re cooking the turkey!

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Honey Garlic Turkey Sloppy Joes

written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 1 vote

These Honey Garlic Turkey Sloppy Joes are a quick, healthy meal ready in 30 minutes or less!

30 Minute Honey Garlic Turkey Sloppy Joes Recipe (6)

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons corn starch
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large pan, cook ground turkey until done. Drain any excess liquid from the pan.

  • Return to the stove and add ketchup, honey, garlic, and soy sauce. Stir.

  • Combine broth and corn starch in a small bowl and stir into the turkey mixture. Cook over medium heat until flavors come together and sauce is thickened, about 5-8 minutes.

  • Add salt and pepper to taste, and serve over buns or as desired.

Notes

*If you need to thicken your sauce further, simply combine equal parts corn starch and water and gradually add to the turkey mixture.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 191cal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 718mg | Potassium: 241mg | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 2.3mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1.2mg

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My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!

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Comments

  1. Annelise says

    Mine wasn’t as quite soupy / saucy as expected 🙁 still really good though! Any suggestions to wear I went wrong? It came out more like seasoned ground turkey.

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  2. Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says

    Hope you had a fabulous anniversary!! And these sloppy joes are calling my name! I’m such a sloppy joe kinda of gal! Need to make these for the family soon!

    Reply

  3. Stacey @ Bake Eat Repeat says

    Mmmm, these look amazing. And I have never made my kids sloppy joes for some reason that I can’t figure out right now so these definitely need to be made soon! Also – Happy Anniversary! Hope you had a great day!

    Reply

  4. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    Oh man, sloppy joes are my dinner LOVE language! I love the hint of sweetness you incorporated in these gorgeous joes, Ashley! These are most definitely going on my weeknight dinner to-do list!

    Reply

  5. Kelly says

    Happy Anniversary!! Yay for 9 years 🙂 Love this honey garlic twist on sloppy joes! So saucy and delicious!

    Reply

  6. Julie Evink says

    Happy Anniversary!!! I’m a sloppy joe fan too 🙂 Love this twist!

    Reply

  7. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    I can’t even remember the last time I had a sloppy joe, but yours sound SO good! Love that you flavored them with honey and garlic – definitely a delicious upgrade 🙂

    Reply

  8. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says

    Happy anniversary! 9 years together – what an accomplishment.

    These sloppy joes look like the bee’s knee’s, perfect for a weeknight meal.

    Reply

  9. Dorothy dunton says

    Hi Ashley! We have sloppy joes regularly! I don’t have a recipe, I just put in whatever comes to mind so they are never quite the same. I do like red bell pepper in them if I happen to have one on hand. Here is the South they are called loose meat sandwiches. 🙂

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  10. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    Hahahaha… I’m totally like an 8 year old on the inside as well! I used to be obsessed with sloppy joes, but I haven’t had one in ages! I absolutely NEED to change that immediately and stuff my face with a few of these sloppy beauties!! LOVE the honey garlic combo and that you used turkey! Absolutely perfect! Pinned! Cheers, girlfriend!

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  11. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    Confession: I’ve never had a sloppy joe. I know, I know. Crazy, right? Sounds like I need to remedy that situation right away. I didn’t know they were so easy to make! And I like the idea of adding in some shredded veggies!

    Reply

  12. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    I love sloppy joes, too! It’s actually my husband’s specialty dish, and we call it sloppy fred’s after his uncle haha! But you totally sold me with this honey garlic turkey version! Such a great idea, Ashley! And the sloppier, the better, right? 🙂 Looks so good!

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  13. Annie @ The Garlic Diaries says

    Okay, I don’t think sloppy joes have ever looked more appetizing…ever. These are totally calling my name! I can’t wait to try them out. So saucy and yummy ?!

    Reply

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30 Minute Honey Garlic Turkey Sloppy Joes Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What can I add to sloppy joes to make them taste better? ›

Try serving your sloppy joes with their own toppings such as slaw, melty cheese, grilled pineapple, or Hatch green chile. Even just adding a pickle gives extra flavor and crunch, transforming it from a bland sandwich into something great, like the recipe below!

What is the Sloppy Joe sauce made of? ›

What is the sloppy joe sauce made of? It's made with ketchup, brown sugar, tomato paste, Worcestershire, chili powder, garlic, dry mustard, and a little Tobasco (if you want). That sauce coats the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper to make the filling.

How many pounds of sloppy joes do I need to feed 30 people? ›

To make this recipe for a party, tailgate, or easy dinner with family or friends, plan on 1 pound of ground beef per 8 sandwiches, equaling 4 pounds of ground beef plus four times the amount of vegetables and cans of tomato soup.

How do you jazz up Sloppy Joes? ›

Give your Sloppy Joe a unique spin by replacing hamburger buns with taco shells and adding a little cumin, crisp lettuce, shredded cheese, and juicy tomatoes. Game day appetizers are always a hit, and these Sloppy Joe Mini Pizzas are no exception. These little pizzas pack big flavor.

How do you doctor up canned sloppy joe mix? ›

In addition to sweetness, the diced Gala apple also contributes some textural variety to the recipe.
  1. Spice Your Sloppy Joe Up With Chile Flakes Or Canned Chiles. ...
  2. Sneak Extra Veggies Into Your Sloppy Joes. ...
  3. Throw In Some Liquid Smoke. ...
  4. Deglaze Your Sloppy Joes With Beer. ...
  5. Add Salsa To The Mix.
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What's the difference between a sloppy joe and a sloppy Jane? ›

If you're aiming to eat a lower-fat diet, then consider fixing yourself a sloppy jane. This variant on the sloppy joe swaps out regular ground beef for leaner beef. It also places a higher focus on vegetables and other low-calorie ingredients.

What is a New Jersey style sloppy joe? ›

There are minor variations depending on the deli, but it is always a double-decker thin sliced rye bread sandwich made with one or more types of sliced deli meat, such as turkey, ham, pastrami, corned beef, roast beef, or sliced beef tongue, along with Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and Russian dressing.

Can you use tomato sauce instead of tomato paste for Sloppy Joes? ›

Making sloppy joe sauce, like Manwich, from scratch involves a blend of tomato sauce, ketchup, onion, green pepper, and spices.

How many people will 1 lb of sloppy joes feed? ›

In general, we call for 1 pound of ground beef to make 6 sandwiches in our sloppy joes recipes. That works out to 3 ounces of ground beef per sandwich. Depending on the size of your bun and how meaty you like your sandwich, you can increase or decrease that amount an ounce or two either way.

How many people does 2 lbs of sloppy joes feed? ›

My mom always made sloppy joes with sauce from a can. Remember that stuff? If you use that, you have to try this easy homemade version that is so much tastier! This recipe uses 2 lbs of ground beef and serves about 8 people.

Is 1lb of meat enough for 4 people? ›

A question we often get is “How much meat do I need?” The starting rule of thumb is: Boneless Meat: 1/2 lb. per person for adults and 1/4 lb. per person for children.

What is the fancy name for sloppy joes? ›

Manwich, slush burger, yum yums, dynamite, spoonburgers, tavern sandwich; a Sloppy Joe can be called by many other names. The most well-known however is Manwich.

What is a fun name for a Sloppy Joe? ›

Some other names for sloppy joes include: barbecues, dynamites, gulash, sloppy janes, slushburgers, steamers, wimpies, and yum yums. What do you call sloppy joes where you live? Just like the many names for sloppy joes, you'll also find all sorts of variations on the recipe.

What is Sloppy Joe meat called? ›

Ground beef, onions, sweetened tomato sauce or ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, seasoning, hamburger bun.

What do people add to Manwich? ›

Tweaks
  1. I used red pepper instead of green. ...
  2. More garlic is better! ...
  3. I really wanted something for my slow cooker but couldn't find a manwich copycat specific to slow cooker recipes. ...
  4. Add chopped green, red bell pepper, hot sauce or cayenne and some white vinegar along with 1 tsp of msg....

What's the difference between a Sloppy Joe and a sloppy Jane? ›

If you're aiming to eat a lower-fat diet, then consider fixing yourself a sloppy jane. This variant on the sloppy joe swaps out regular ground beef for leaner beef. It also places a higher focus on vegetables and other low-calorie ingredients.

What is Sloppy Joe supposed to taste like? ›

Once you've gathered the ingredients, it's basically like making Bolognese. And the flavour is somewhat reminiscent of it too, except Sloppy Joes taste a bit more like BBQ Sauce. The one big difference is that the sauce is cooked right down so it's really thick and not saucy at all.

What is a substitute for tomato paste in Sloppy Joes? ›

You don't have to dash out to the store if you're out of tomato paste; tomato sauce and tomato puree are both an excellent substitute. For every 1 tablespoon of tomato paste needed, use 3 tablespoons of tomato puree or sauce.

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