Taco Sloppy Joes – homemade sloppy Joes just got a Mexican makeover! Seasoned with taco seasoning, chilies and topped with cheese make them perfect for any night of the week!
Weeknights are busy, and I am always looking for easy dinner recipes. I want dinner that I can get on the table in about 20 minutes. And I want something that my whole family will eat without complaints. I have pretty high expectations. But that is a good thing, because then I can share my dinner ideas with you! Don’t miss some of my favorite Quick Dinner Ideas.
When I was growing up, we always had homemade sloppy Joes. I still make the same recipe my mom used to make today. But today my favorite sloppy Joes are getting a Mexican makeover. Because anything with a Mexican spin is a hit at my house.

Easy weeknight dinners are kind of my thing. They are about the only way that I can get through the week. Things like Crunchy Southwestern Chicken Wraps that you can make in 15 minutes, or even make ahead of time are necessary some weeks. Even on busy nights, I still want to have dinner as a family around the table. So these Taco Sloppy Joes are not only delicious, but ready in minutes.
What You Need To Make Taco Sloppy Joes
- Ground Beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Corn
- Taco Seasoning
- Rotel Tomatoes
- Tomato Sauce
This is such an easy sloppy Joe recipe too. You really just make taco meat, mix in a few other things and you are done! Then you just top it with your favorite taco toppings like cheese, jalapenos, maybe lettuce or sour cream. You name it!

How To Make Taco Sloppy Joes
- Start by browning the ground beef and onions together until the meat is cooked and the onions are soft. If you have any grease in the pan, drain it away.
- Then mix in the garlic and let it cook for about 1 minute, just until you can start to smell it.
- Stir in the corn and taco seasoning until everything is well coated.
- Pour in the tomatoes and tomato sauce and let it simmer for a few minutes. Season with a little salt and pepper to taste and then serve.
My family tops normal sloppy Joes with potato chips, so for these taco sloppy Joes I served them with Fritos, so they could still have that crunch. They loved it!
This recipe only calls for corn kernels, but you could also add black beans if you wanted to bulk it up a little bit more.

What To Serve With Sloppy Joes

I love Pantry Recipes like this one. Here are more great Easy Dinner Recipes to try!
- Honey Teriyaki Chicken Bowls
- Meatballs Subs
- Chicken Pot Pie Noodles
- Chicken Tostadas
- Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
- Pizza Grilled Cheese
- One Pot Beef Stroganoff
- Garlic Beef Noodle Bowls
Taco Sloppy Joes

Taco Sloppy Joes - homemade sloppy Joes just got a Mexican makeover! Seasoned with taco seasoning, chilies and topped with cheese make them perfect for any night of the week!
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlics, minced
- 1 cup Corn
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning
- 1 10 ounce can Ro-Tel
- 1 8 ounce can Tomato Sauce
- 5 Hamburger Buns
- 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Instructions
- In a large skillet brown ground beef and onion, breaking up, for 5-7 minutes, or until the meat is cooked and the onions are soft. Drain any fat from the pan.
- Mix in garlic and cook 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Mix in corn kernels and taco seasoning, stir until well combined.
- Add tomatoes and tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve on hamburger buns, topped with cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Information
Yield
5Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 488Total Fat 22gSaturated Fat 9gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 10gCholesterol 92mgSodium 1022mgCarbohydrates 37gFiber 3gSugar 8gProtein 34g
Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.
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Jacque Hastert says
I might never eat a traditional sloppy joe any longer!
Sabrina says
I love sloppy joes! Yum!
Emily Hill says
I’m not a big sloppy joe fan but I’d eat them if they reminded me of tacos!
Kim - Today's Creative Life says
Sloppy Joes are my weakness!
Des says
This might be the only way I will ever eat sloppy joe’s again! Extra jalapenos please 🙂
Kimberly says
I haven’t had sloppy Joe’s in AGES and this looks like a delicious way to re-introduce them!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
I *just* requested my husband make Sloppy Joes for dinner tonight! Always a classic, filling meal. Yours sound really great. Love the addition of the corn & jalapenos!
Dee says
Yummy! Southwestern flavors are my favorite!
Michael Wurm says
Yes!!! Two classic dishes in one! Sounds so good!
xo Michael
Jamielyn says
Love this idea! These look delicious!
Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says
This should be on our menu next week! Looks SO good!
KANKANA says
We have a similar recipe in our cuisine and we call it keema pav. So good and comforting and best part .. easy!
Jen says
This meal had so much flavor. My husband and 7 year old son loved it and had seconds, which rarely happens with my cooking, lol.
Amanda says
My family cannot get enough of these! Thank you so much!
Dorothy Reinhold says
My family thinks I need to spice things up! I am having a hard time of thinking of new and creative meals. This is perfect!!
Suzy says
Love this not so traditional sloppy joe! Definitely a family favorite!
Sara Welch says
Served this for dinner last night and WOW! Such a delicious recipe; even my picky eaters gobbled this up! Looking forward to enjoying leftovers this evening!
Catalina says
I can’t resist to this! Looks so mouthwatering!
Cathy says
My family loves anything taco flavored! Such a great idea!
Krystle says
Such a yummy twist. Going to add to my monthly meal rotation!
Dorothy Reinhold says
I have a house full of hungry teenagers that are going to love these! I love how quick and easy they are.
Beth says
We love this idea, so delicious and tasty! My family has been asking for these again and I’ll be making these for dinner tonight! Definitely our favorite!
Tisha says
Love this version of sloppy joes!!!
Catalina says
Mmmm…. taco is my favorite flavor! Such a great idea for dinner!
Cathy says
This is the BEST twist on Sloppy Joes!