Sloppy Joe Ground Turkey Casserole with Tater Tots
This hearty Sloppy Joe Ground Turkey Casserole with crispy tater tots is a comforting and easy-to-make family favorite, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Transfer the sloppy joe mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat mixture.
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a dash of hot sauce to the sloppy joe mixture or serving with a side of steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.