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    Food » Entrees » Healthy Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes

    Healthy Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes

    Posted: 01/23/2019 | Last updated: 07/27/2022 by Erin 2 Comments
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    Easy and healthy ground turkey sloppy joes - lighter than the original version and they come together so quickly! Easy dinner idea.

    Sloppy Joes are such a nostalgic meal for me, and I love them.  But they can be a less-than-healthy dish, especially if you reach for the canned sauce mixes loaded with sodium and high fructose corn syrup.

    Easy and healthy ground turkey sloppy joes - lighter than the original version and they come together so quickly! Easy dinner idea.

    And even though it's a quick and easy dinner idea, even the homemade versions can included added sugars and higher fat/calorie ground beef so you can take the best fat burner and continue with your regular recipes.  Indulging in your favorite meals occasionally isn't a bad thing at all, but I wanted to try to rework this dish to be a more weekday-friendly, calorie and simple carb conscious meal.

    Easy and healthy ground turkey sloppy joes - lighter than the original version and they come together so quickly! Easy dinner idea.

    This version of ground turkey sloppy joes turned out amazing and I didn't miss any of the added sugars or even the beef.  My husband and kids loved it as well, and with how easily and quickly I had it on the table and ready to eat, it'll be going into our regular dinner rotation for sure.

    Easy and healthy ground turkey sloppy joes - lighter than the original version and they come together so quickly! Easy dinner idea.

    You can serve them however you like - on a whole wheat bun or in a low carb wrap, top them with extra cheese and onions, add spinach or lettuce... fix them up the way you want and enjoy!

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    Easy and healthy ground turkey sloppy joes - lighter than the original version and they come together so quickly! Easy dinner idea.

    Healthy Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes


    • Author: Erin Browne
    • Total Time: 40 mins
    • Yield: 4-6 1x
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    Ingredients

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    • 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
    • 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
    • 8 oz can sliced mushrooms, drained and chopped smaller (you can also use 8oz fresh button mushrooms)
    • 1 6oz can tomato paste
    • 1 cup chicken broth
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 tsp chili powder (add an extra tsp if you like it more spicy)
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tsp dried oregano
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • 4-6 whole wheat buns or low-carb tortillas
    • Extra onions, baby spinach, lettuce, or cheese for topping - optional

    Instructions

    1. In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until no pink remains, breaking it apart into little pieces with the spatula as it cooks.
    2. Add the onions and the mushrooms and cook until the onions are softened, 5-6 more minutes.
    3. Add the chicken broth and tomato paste and stir until the paste and broth are combined.
    4. Stir in the garlic, chili powder, cumin, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and allow to cook for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow the flavor to develop. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
    5. Serve on whole wheat buns or wrapped in low carb tortillas, topped and dressed as desired
    • Prep Time: 5 mins
    • Cook Time: 35 mins

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    Easy and healthy ground turkey sloppy joes - lighter than the original version and they come together so quickly! Easy dinner idea.

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    Erin is a mom of two human babies and two fur-covered babies. She loves comfy clothes, eats too much peanut butter, and watches excessive amounts of Netflix. Make her day and toss her a like on Facebook or follow her on Instagram. Post may contain affiliate links including those via the Amazon Associates program

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    1. Kaila

      August 04, 2021 at 12:53 pm

      Can you cook it In the crockpot?

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      • Erin

        August 26, 2021 at 9:03 am

        I'm sorry it's taken me so long to respond! I have never tried this recipe in the crockpot, but if you do, I recommend using the skillet to cook the onions, garlic, and mushrooms (use olive oil or butter) and then add that mixture with the rest of the ingredients to the crock. You will likely need a little less broth to keep it from having too much liquid.

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