Crockpot Cowboy Sloppy Joes (Printer-Friendly)
Hearty slow-cooked beef with smoky bacon, BBQ sauce, and jalapeños for bold, comforting flavor.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat & Protein
01 -
450 grams lean ground beef (1 pound)
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113 grams cooked and crumbled bacon (4 ounces)
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
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1 medium onion, diced (about 150 grams)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1–2 jalapeños, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
→ Condiments & Sauces
06 -
60 ml Worcestershire sauce (1/4 cup)
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240 ml BBQ sauce, sweet and smoky (1 cup)
08 -
15 grams brown sugar (1 tablespoon)
→ Dry Ingredients
09 -
40 grams rolled oats (1/2 cup)
→ Liquids
10 -
120 ml water (1/2 cup)
→ Bread & Toppings
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Sandwich buns of choice, toasted if desired
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4 slices Colby Jack cheese
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Crispy fried onions, jalapeños, and additional BBQ sauce for topping
# Steps to Make This:
01 -
Add ground beef, crumbled bacon, diced onion, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, chopped jalapeños, BBQ sauce, rolled oats, and water directly into the slow cooker.
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Stir all ingredients together until evenly combined to ensure consistent flavor and texture.
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Cover and cook on low setting for 4 to 6 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and encourage even cooking.
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Spoon the mixture onto toasted buns, top each with a slice of Colby Jack cheese and crispy onions. Add extra jalapeños and BBQ sauce if desired before serving.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
For best texture, brown and drain the ground beef before adding to the slow cooker.
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Reheat leftovers gently and add a splash of water or broth if mixture thickens excessively.