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Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes

These Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes are an easy, hearty weeknight dinner the whole family will love! Fluffy baked potatoes are loaded with saucy ground turkey, melty cheddar cheese, green onions, and a dollop of sour cream for the ultimate cozy, satisfying meal.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword sloppy joe baked potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 people
Calories 647kcal
Author Tawnie Graham of Kroll's Korner

Ingredients

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 1-2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 lb. ground turkey or ground beef
  • 1 small zucchini, grated or julienned (optional)
  • 2 cups tri color coleslaw mix
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce or sweet chili sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sliced green onions
  • Other optional toppings: sour cream, creme fraiche, or chives
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Instructions

  • Cook the potatoes: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Scrub and dry the potatoes, then pierce each several times with a fork. Line a baking sheet with foil. Place the potatoes on the baking sheet, rub with olive oil and a generous amount of kosher salt. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until fork-tender Start Timer. (The time varies based on the size of potatoes).
    4 medium russet potatoes, 1-2 Tbsp. olive oil
    Side-by-side of poking holes in russet potatoes them sprinkling with olive oil on baking tray.
  • Cook the turkey: Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp. olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for ~3 minutes Start Timer, until softened. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5-7 minutes Start Timer, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
    1 small yellow onion, 1 lb. ground turkey or ground beef
    Three images side-by-side of cooking onion and ground turkey.
  • Add the veggies and seasonings: Stir in the grated zucchini, tri color coleslaw, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes Start Timer, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini and slaw softens a bit.
    1 small zucchini, 2 cups tri color coleslaw mix, 1 tsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. garlic powder, Salt and pepper
    Side-by-side image of adding grated zucchini and coleslaw mix.
  • Make it saucy: Stir in the ketchup, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 5-8 minutes Start Timer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens. Feel free to add more ketchup or bbq sauce to make the mixture saucier.
    3/4 cup ketchup, 1/3 cup BBQ sauce or sweet chili sauce, 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tbsp. yellow mustard
    Pouring bbq sauce over cooked turkey and veggies.
  • Assemble: Slice the baked potatoes lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon the sloppy joe mixture over each potato and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes Start Timer, if desired, to melt the cheese.
    1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    Side-by-side image of slicing baked potatoes in half and stuffing with sloppy joe mixture.
  • Serve: Top with sliced green onions and sour cream and serve warm.
    Sliced green onions, Other optional toppings: sour cream, creme fraiche, or chives
    Side-by-side of sloppy joe baked potatoes topped with green onions then served on a plate and cut in half with a fork and knife.

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Notes

  • Store sloppy joe mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Make baked potatoes in advance to speed up the cook time when you're ready to eat!
  • Add different veggies (chopped broccoli, spinach, etc.)
  • This recipe was updated in October 2026 with new photos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potato | Calories: 647kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Fiber: 5g | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 4mg