Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet – Better Than Takeout

Love Sloppy Joes but want a healthier, easier option? Try this Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet! After making this many times, I discovered the trick to a crispy potato crust that makes this better than takeout. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes with Carrots and Zucchini and Zucchini Roll Ups.

What You'll Need for Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet – Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 packet sloppy joe seasoning
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: Shredded cheese
• Optional: Chopped green onions
• Optional: Sour cream

How to Make Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet – Better Than Takeout

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large skillet. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add diced potatoes, seasonings, ketchup, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
4. Step 4: Uncover and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the potatoes are crispy.
5. Step 5: Top with shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and sour cream. Serve hot.

Storing & Reheating Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the ingredients ahead of time, but don't cook until ready to serve.

Freezing Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet – Better Than Takeout

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with crumbled tempeh or lentils.
• Best substitution: Instead of ketchup, you can use tomato sauce and add 1 tbsp of vinegar for tanginess.
• Make-ahead: You can cook the potatoes ahead of time and reheat in the oven before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, cook uncovered for a longer period to reduce it.

Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced

Seasonings

• 1 packet sloppy joe seasoning
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

• Shredded cheese
• Chopped green onions
• Sour cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: Brown ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large skillet. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add diced potatoes, seasonings, ketchup, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
4. Step 4: Uncover and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the potatoes are crispy.
5. Step 5: Top with shredded cheese, chopped green onions, and sour cream. Serve hot.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with crumbled tempeh or lentils.
• Best substitution: Instead of ketchup, you can use tomato sauce and add 1 tbsp of vinegar for tanginess.
• Make-ahead: You can cook the potatoes ahead of time and reheat in the oven before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, cook uncovered for a longer period to reduce it.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the ingredients ahead of time, but don't cook until ready to serve.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 900mg
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sat. Fat: 8g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crispy Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!