Cheesy Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders on Mini Brioche Buns

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Savory ground turkey sloppy joe mixture topped with melted cheddar cheese, nestled in soft mini brioche buns for kid-friendly hands-on eating. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ground turkey, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion and 1/2 cup finely diced green bell pepper, sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 7-8 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the turkey evenly.
  4. Step 4: Preheat broiler to high. Spoon the turkey mixture evenly onto the bottom halves of 12 mini brioche buns. Sprinkle 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the turkey mixture.
  5. Step 5: Place the sliders on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles, watching closely to prevent burning.
  6. Step 6: Top with the bun tops and serve warm for easy kid-friendly slider sandwiches.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cheesy Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders on Mini Brioche Buns take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Cheesy Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders on Mini Brioche Buns?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground turkey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cheesy Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders on Mini Brioche Buns?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cheesy Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders on Mini Brioche Buns for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cheesy Turkey Sloppy Joe Sliders on Mini Brioche Buns?

American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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