This Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese combines the savory, saucy appeal of classic sloppy joes with the creamy comfort of melted cheese grilled on sourdough, delivering a hearty two-in-one sandwich that's crispy outside and gooey inside.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the ketchup, yellow mustard, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and brown sugar to create the sloppy joe sauce. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
While the beef is cooking, sauté the diced green bell peppers and onions in a separate pan until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the cooked vegetables and the prepared sauce to the skillet with the ground beef. Stir everything together until well combined. Let it simmer for a few minutes for the flavors to meld.
To build the sandwiches, brush one side of each slice of sourdough bread with melted butter.
Place a slice of bread butter-side down on a griddle or large non-stick pan over medium heat. Top with a slice of American cheese, a generous scoop of the sloppy joe mixture, a sprinkle of the shredded cheese blend, and a final slice of American cheese.
Place the second slice of bread on top, butter-side up. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, until the bread is golden brown and toasted, and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove from the griddle, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Store leftover sloppy joe filling in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat on the stovetop. Grilled sandwiches are best eaten fresh but can be wrapped and refrigerated for 1 day, then reheated in a skillet.
Yes. Prepare the ground beef mixture up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before assembling the sandwich.
American, cheddar, or a blend work well. Choose cheese that melts smoothly and complements the tangy BBQ-ketchup sauce without overpowering it.
Assemble the sandwich just before grilling, and use sturdy sourdough. If the filling is wet, drain excess sauce before layering between bread slices.
Yes. Ground turkey works as a leaner option; plant-based meat will work but may cook faster and have a different texture. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Medium to medium-low heat. This allows the cheese to melt fully while the bread toasts to golden brown without burning.
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