Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
This slow cooker sloppy joes is an easy recipe the entire family will enjoy. This fuss-free crockpot version can be tailored to be as healthy as you want it. Perfect for week night dinners, potlucks & picnics, this kid-friendly recipe can be made ahead or frozen for later. Instructions to also make this easy ground beef recipe in the Instant Pot and on the stove-top are also included.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, minced
- 1 bell pepper minced
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup water (1 cup water for Instant Pot)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (omit for Whole30)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (omit or use coconut aminos for Whole30)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- Heat oil large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the ground beef with salt & pepper and to the skillet. Cook the beef, crumbling it as it cooks, until it is no longer pink. Drain grease and add the mixture to the slow cooker.
- Add all the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.
- Turn the Instant Pot to sauté. Once hot, add the oil, ground beef, onion, and bell pepper to the pot. Cook 5-7 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Crumble the beef as it cooks. Drain excess grease from the pot.
- Pour in 1 cup water and deglaze the bottom of the pressure cooker by scraping all the bits off with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in remaining ingredients. Close and seal vent. Select high pressure and set time for 5 minutes. When cooking time is complete, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes.
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