Winning Scout Dutch Oven Casserole

Bring the essence of campfire cooking to your table with the "Winning Scout Dutch Oven Casserole," a hearty, one-pot meal that’s as easy as it is satisfying. Perfect for outdoor adventures or cozy family dinners, this recipe combines seasoned ground beef, vibrant veggies, and pantry staples like canned tomatoes, corn, and kidney beans, all simmered together for bold and comforting flavors. A cheesy layer of shredded cheddar adds richness, while golden, fluffy biscuit tops provide the ultimate finishing touch. Cooked entirely in a Dutch oven—either over a campfire or in the comfort of your kitchen—this casserole is a crowd-pleaser that’s ready in just 50 minutes. Serve it hot and watch as everyone dives into this rustic yet irresistible dish. Keywords: Dutch oven casserole, easy one-pot meal, campfire cooking recipe, hearty ground beef dish, cheesy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned corn, drained
• 15 ounces canned red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 pieces refrigerated biscuit dough
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your Dutch oven over medium heat, either on a stove, grill, or over campfire coals.

Step 2

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the Dutch oven and let it heat up.

Step 3

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 3–5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), drained corn, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Spread the mixture evenly in the Dutch oven, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 7

Place the biscuit dough pieces on top of the cheese layer, spaced slightly apart.

Step 8

Cover the Dutch oven with its lid, ensuring a snug fit. If cooking over a campfire, place coals on top of the lid to ensure even heat distribution.

Step 9

Cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Carefully remove the Dutch oven from the heat using protective gloves. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your Winning Scout Dutch Oven Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2660.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4524.0

Total Fat 254.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 118.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 571.5mg	0%
Sodium 10274.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 394.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.4g	0%
Total Sugars 59.7g
Protein 200.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2081.9mg	0%
Iron 29.9mg	0%
Potassium 4959.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 33.8%