Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: Cozy Comfort Food with a Better-For-You Twist

Mama, this is one of those meals that feels like childhood comfort food… but a little more grown up and balanced.

Sloppy Joes are nostalgic, messy, and downright delicious — but sometimes you want that same cozy flavor without the bun, the mess, or the heavy feeling afterward. That’s exactly why these Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes have earned a regular spot in our dinner rotation.

You get tender roasted sweet potatoes, warm and savory sloppy joe turkey filling, and the option to dress it up however your family loves. It’s hearty, filling, and surprisingly simple — the kind of dinner that checks all the boxes on a busy night.

Whether you’re feeding kids, meal prepping for the week, or just craving something comforting that still feels nourishing, these Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes deliver every time.

Ingredients for Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

How to make Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: ingredients you need!

Simple, pantry-friendly ingredients that come together easily.

Sweet potatoes

Sloppy Joe turkey mixture (prepared separately)

Optional toppings: shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, sour cream, fresh herbs

(Exact amounts will depend on how many sweet potatoes you’re making.)

Roasting the sweet potatoes until tender is key here — they become the perfect vessel for soaking up all that saucy sloppy joe goodness. You can use homemade or store-bought sloppy joe sauce, depending on what works best for your day.

Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Video Tutorial

For those of you who would love a visual step-by-step tutorial here is one for you!

How to Make Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

How to make Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes : a step by step guide

1) Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 400°F.

2) Bake the Sweet Potatoes

Wash and dry the sweet potatoes.
Pierce each one 5–6 times with a fork.
Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45–55 minutes, until fork-tender.
(If they’re extra large, they may need a little longer.)

3) Make the Sloppy Joe Turkey Mixture

While the sweet potatoes bake, heat a skillet over medium heat.
Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
Drain any excess liquid if needed.
Stir in your Sloppy Joe sauce/seasoning and let it simmer 5–10 minutes until thick and saucy.

4) Assemble

Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and let cool slightly.
Slice each one open lengthwise and lightly mash the inside with a fork.
Spoon the Sloppy Joe turkey mixture into the center of each sweet potato.

5) Serve & Enjoy

Serve warm as a hearty, balanced meal.
Optional: top with cheese, Greek yogurt, sour cream, or fresh herbs.

Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: SIDE IDEA

These Sloppy Joe Stuffed Sweet Potatoes pair surprisingly well with Cold Rotel Dip. The creamy, cool dip balances out the warm, savory sloppy joe filling and adds an easy, no-cook element to the meal.

Cold Rotel Dip is one of those throw-it-together sides that feels nostalgic and comforting, making it a great match for this cozy dinner. Serve it with tortilla chips or veggies for dipping, and you’ve got a fun, casual meal that everyone will love.

Crazy Busy Mama Tip

Bake extra sweet potatoes and store them in the fridge. You can reheat and stuff them throughout the week for quick lunches or dinners — an easy way to save time and stretch leftovers.

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