Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes Recipe
Turkey Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes. Steamy, fluffy baked potatoes are overflowing with a slightly spicy barbecue sauced ground turkey filling. A handful of freshly grated sharp cheddar melts over the potato that eats like a meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 521kcal
Equipment
- baking sheet
- chef knife
- cutting boards
- large sauté pan
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- box grater
Ingredients
- 4 medium sized russet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1 medium onion diced about 1 cup
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper diced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- ⅔ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce more to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 scallions thinly sliced
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Scrub the potatoes and pierce several times with a sharp knife. Rub with the oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
- Place the seasoned potatoes directly on the rack in the oven. Bake 30 minutes. Flip the potatoes over and bake for another 20 to 30 minutes. A knife should easily pierce the potatoes. Remove from the oven and place on a cutting board.
- While the potatoes are baking, place a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Add the butter. When the butter has melted, add the onion and jalapeno pepper. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes or until the vegetables for tender.
- Add the ground turkey to the pan. Cook until it is no longer pink and is cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Be sure to break up the turkey into small pieces as it is cooking.
- Add the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and mustard. Continue cooking and stirring occasionally for an additional 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Slice the potatoes open and fluff the inside with a fork. Divide the turkey mixture evenly between the potatoes. Top with the shredded cheese.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and return to the oven for about 5 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle with the scallions.
- Serve immediately with the sour cream.
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Notes
To make the potatoes in advance ~ wrap cooled potatoes in foil and place in a resealable bag. Store in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Heat in a 375 degree F oven for 25-35 minutes. Alternately, store in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw for 24 hours in the refrigerator. Bake in 375 degree F oven for 25-35 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1potato | Calories: 521kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 717mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 16g