Dutch Oven
Dinner
Five-Can Dutch Oven Camping Chili
Dump five pantry cans into the pot for a hot, hearty dinner after a long day on the trail. Zero prep work and minimal dish duty.
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Added November 6, 2026

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- •1 chopped medium onion
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •14 oz black beans
- •14 oz red kidney beans
- •14 oz diced tomatoes
- •1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- •12 oz beer
- •2 teaspoons sea salt
- •1 teaspoon garlic powder
- •1 teaspoon cumin
Equipment
- • Dutch oven
- • Sharp knife
- • Cutting board
- • Can opener
- • Wooden spoon
- • Measuring spoons
- • Bowls
- • Utensils
Instructions
- 1Prep the chipotles by scraping out their seeds and ribs before adding to the chili.
- 2In a large dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until soft.
- 3Add drained kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes with juices, chopped chipotles, adobo sauce, beer, salt, and spices. Stir to combine.
- 4Cook until thickened to your liking, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
Camp tips
- • Adjust chipotle quantity for desired spice level.
- • Serve with toppings like cheese, avocado, or cornbread.
Food safety & trail facts
- Calories:
- 655
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