Description
French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes combine the rich, caramelized flavor of French onions with savory ground beef served on toasted chicken buns and topped with melted Swiss cheese. This hearty twist on a classic sloppy joe offers a deliciously comforting meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Buns and Toppings
- 4 chicken hamburger buns
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and caramelized, developing a rich sweetness.
- Cook Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to release its aroma without burning.
- Brown Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until fully browned. Break the meat apart with a spatula as it cooks to ensure even browning and texture.
- Season and Simmer: Drain excess fat from the skillet. Mix in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well and allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for 5 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Toast Buns: Toast the chicken hamburger buns in a toaster or on a skillet until they are golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges.
- Assemble Sloppy Joes: Place a generous scoop of the beef and onion mixture on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top the beef mixture with shredded Swiss cheese, and then cover with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use caramelized onions cooked low and slow for even longer than 12 minutes if time allows.
- Substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère or provolone for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with pickles or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or in a microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: French onion, sloppy joes, ground beef, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, hamburger buns, easy dinner, comfort food
