30-Minute Sloppy Joe Casserole
This 30-Minute Sloppy Joe Casserole is a hearty, cheesy weeknight dinner with classic sloppy joe flavor, tender rotini, and a melty cheddar topping. It comes together fast on the stovetop with simple pantry-friendly ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef lean if desired
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley optional
- 2 15 oz cans sloppy joe sauce such as Manwich
- 1 16 oz box rotini pasta cooked and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped fresh parsley or basil optional garnish
Instructions
- Set a large skillet over medium heat, then add the ground beef, diced onion, and diced green bell pepper.
- Break up the beef with a spoon and cook until the meat is browned and the vegetables are soft, about 7 to 8 minutes.
- Drain off any extra grease from the skillet if needed.
- Pour in both cans of sloppy joe sauce, then stir in the garlic powder, dried parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Bring the sloppy joe mixture to a gentle simmer for a couple of minutes so the flavors can come together.
- Add the cooked and drained rotini to the skillet, stirring well to coat the pasta, then mix in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and gooey.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the top, cover the pan with a lid or foil, and let it sit on low heat for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Scoop the casserole into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce. This casserole can be frozen, though the pasta may soften a bit after thawing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 730kcalCarbohydrates: 76.8gProtein: 33.2gFat: 28.3gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.8gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 698mgFiber: 4.7gSugar: 11.5g