Crockpot Sloppy Joes Recipe

Course: Dinner, Sandwiches

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 6 5

Total Time: 6 10

Servings: sandwiches

Calories: 318kcal

Great for parties and crowds, you can whip up a big batch of sloppy joes in the slow cooker without the hassle.

Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.

In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, onion, and green pepper. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 4-5 minutes until no pink remains. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Drain any excess fat, then transfer the beef to the crock of a 6-quart crockpot.
2 pounds 85% lean ground beef, ½ cup finely chopped onion, ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, 3 cloves garlic
Stir in remaining ingredients, cover, and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
8 ounces tomato sauce, ½ cup ketchup, ⅓ cup chili sauce, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1½ tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon ground chili powder
Serve on hamburger rolls or slider buns.
12 hamburger buns

This recipe can easily be halved.
Brown the meat first. This adds a richer flavor to the sauce.
Drain the excess grease from the meat to keep the sauce from becoming runny or greasy.
Toast your buns. This will help prevent the sloppy joes from getting soggy too quickly.
Feel free to add toppings such as cheese, pickles, or raw chopped onion.

Storage: Store crockpot sloppy joes in an airtight container (separate from the buns) for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.