Description

Enjoy a savory twist on classic sloppy joes with this Irresistible French Onion Beef Sloppy Joes recipe. Ground beef is cooked with caramelized onions, garlic, and a flavorful blend of Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and dried thyme, then topped with melted Swiss cheese on toasted chicken hamburger buns. This hearty, comforting sandwich is perfect for an easy weeknight 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

For Serving

4 chicken hamburger buns
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Instructions

Caramelize Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized, developing a rich sweet flavor.
Sauté Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Cook thoroughly, breaking the meat apart with a spatula until completely browned and no pink remains.
Season and Simmer: Drain excess fat from the skillet. Mix in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer the beef mixture for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Toast Buns: Toast the chicken hamburger buns until they are golden brown to add texture and warmth.
Assemble Sandwiches: Spoon the beef and onion mixture generously onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Top each with shredded Swiss cheese and cover with the top buns. Serve immediately while warm and cheese is melting.

Notes

For a deeper onion flavor, you can caramelize onions longer on low heat.
Using chicken hamburger buns adds a lighter option, but traditional hamburger buns or brioche buns work well too.
Optional: Add a slice of tomato or a few pickle slices for extra freshness and acidity.
The cheesy topping can be melted under a broiler for 1-2 minutes if desired.
Leftover beef mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: French Onion, Beef Sloppy Joes, Ground Beef Sandwich, Caramelized Onions, Swiss Cheese, Easy Dinner