Combining the classic comfort of sloppy joes with the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes, these Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make! They are bound to become a dinner time favorite! My kids LOVE them!
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The Best Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Sloppy joe stuffed sweet potatoes are a simple nutritious dinner idea that your family is going to love! While I love classic sloppy joes, sometimes I like to switch it up and use the flavorful filling on sweet potatoes or russet potatoes instead! The result is a nutritious, filling, and comforting meal that can be made in no time.
Plus, this recipe is easy to prepare! While the sweet potatoes are baking in the oven, you can whip up the sloppy joe filling on the stovetop!
Ingredients Needed
- Sweet Potatoes: These serve as the perfect base, adding a natural sweetness and nutritional boost to the dish. Alternatively, you can use russet potatoes instead!
- Ground Beef: Opt for lean ground beef for a healthier version. Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a lighter alternative, although the sauce won’t taste as rich.
- Bell Peppers and Onions: These veggies add a layer of texture and flavor, contributing to the overall heartiness of the filling.
- Tomato Sauce and Ketchup: For a saucy, tangy sloppy joe filling!
- Worcestershire Sauce & Apple Cider Vinegar: Essential for that savory, tangy balance in traditional sloppy joe flavors.
- Brown Sugar: Gives the sloppy joes a hint of sweetness. I recommend to add brown sugar to taste.
- Seasonings: I used dried mustard powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to season up the filling!
How to Make sloppy joe stuffed sweet potatoes
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Using a fork poke holes in the sweet potatoes to allow steam to escape.
- Season & Bake: Drizzle with olive oil then bake for 40-50 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.Meanwhile heat olive oil over medium high heat.
- Sauté Onion and Bell Pepper: Add in onions and bell peppers and saute for 3-4 minutes to soften and develop some color.
- Brown the Beef: Add in ground beef and cook for 3-4 minutes or until the ground beef is no longer pink. Stir in garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Make Sauce & Simmer: Next add in the ketchup, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, dried mustard, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes or until everything is heated up and the mixture has thickened slightly.
- Assemble the Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: Cut the cooked sweet potatoes in half. I like to add a tablespoon of butter to each potato and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Then I stuff them with the sloppy Joe mixture. Top with green onions for garnish and serve!
Tips for Success
- Bake sweet potatoes until fork tender! Make sure the sweet potatoes are fully cooked and tender before adding the sloppy joe filling. You should be able to easily pierce them with a fork.
- Make each component ahead of time for meal prep! These sloppy joe stuffed sweet potatoes are perfect for weekly meal prep. Just prepare the sweet potatoes and sloppy joe filling separately and store in the fridge until ready to heat up and assemble!
- Add some spice! If you like your food to have a bit of spice, serve with your favorite hot sauce on top.
Serving Suggestions
These sloppy joe stuffed sweet potatoes are a meal on their own, but you can also serve them with a side of black bean corn salsa and chips, or some roasted cauliflower on the side to complete the meal. They make for a perfect dinner on busy weeknights or even as a meal prep option for the week ahead.
Top them with chopped green onions for a fresh crunch, or add shredded cheese for an extra layer of indulgence!
Frequently Asked Questions
What other toppings can I add?
You can really load these stuffed sweet potatoes it you’d like! Shredded cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, or a sprinkle of chili flakes for added heat are all great toppings to enhance the dish.
How should I store leftovers?
I recommend storing the baked sweet potatoes and sloppy joe meat mixture separately if you have any leftovers. Simply store them each in air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days! Reheat and assemble when ready to serve!
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- Bangers & Mash
- Veggie Quinoa Chili
- Loaded Mexican Sweet Potato Skins
- Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
Baked Sweet Potatoes
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- olive oil for drizzling
- butter, for serving
- salt and pepper
Sloppy Joes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 large bell pepper, diced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 tsp dried mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
For Serving
- green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Using a fork poke holes in the sweet potatoes to allow steam to escape.
- Drizzle with olive oil then bake for 40-50 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Meanwhile heat olive oil over medium high heat.Add in onions and bell peppers and saute for 3-4 minutes to soften and develop some color.
- Add in ground beef and cook for 3-4 minutes or until the ground beef is no longer pink.Stir in garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Next add in the ketchup, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, dried mustard, salt and pepper.Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes or until everything is heated up and the mixture has thickened slightly.
- Cut the cooked sweet potatoes in half. I like to add a tablespoon of butter to each potato and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.Then I stuff them with the sloppy Joe mixture. Top with green onions for garnish and serve!
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