15 Dutch Oven Camping Recipes

Recipe: Sloppy Cola Joe Dogs

Swap up classic Sloppy Joes with cola and a hot dog bun perfect for camping.

Recipe: Frito Pie

This easy homemade version of the “walking taco” cooks from start to finish in your Dutch oven, and the kids will love it.

Recipe: Fried Catfish Tacos

Spice up classic fried catfish with easy-to-handle tacos filled with spicy pineapple slaw.

Recipe: Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Easy? Check. Kid-friendly? Check. No utensils required? Check. We call this a win!

Recipe: Shrimp Perloo

It doesn’t get easier than this one-pot coastal recipe that’s oh-so-cozy.

Recipe: Southern-Style Green Beans

Add a side of veggies to those hot dogs and burgers with this easy one-pot recipe.

Recipe: Beef Stew

Put those canteens to good use with a comforting batch of beef stew over the fire that will keep (and consistently get better) over the trip.

Recipe: Crispy Fried Sweet Onion Rings

What goes better with hotdogs by the fire than a side of onion rings? Nothing.

Recipe: Chicken Bog

If you’ve never tried this Lowcountry favorite, you’re going to love this simple one-pot wonder.

Recipe: Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya

Many jambalaya recipes take all day to simmer and sit, but this recipe comes together quickly and entirely in your Dutch oven.

Recipe: Chili-Topped Potatoes

You might like chili-topped hot dogs now, but just wait until you try a chili-topped potato.

Recipe: Smashed Fried Okra

Smashed okra means more surface area, which means more crispy fried goodness, which means you have a happy family.

Recipe: Mama’s Fried Chicken

Instead of bringing silverware, cook something everyone can eat with their hands and fry up some crispy chicken drumsticks.

Recipe: "Frog Moore" Stew

Our version of Frogmore stew comes from chef and cookbook author Matt Moore, and it’s as easy as one-dish dinners get.

Recipe: Chicken-and-Collards Pilau

This old-fashioned favorite will fill your crew up after a long day.