Hungry Jack Casserole
A family favorite! Savory beef and beans meet golden biscuits and melted cheese in this comforting Hungry Jack Casserole.
Recipe and post update on 3/10/26
What is Hungry Jack Casserole?
Hungry Jack is the ultimate down-home country meal! It starts with a simple filling of ground beef, baked beans, BBQ sauce, and brown sugar, all topped with Grands Original Biscuits and baked to golden perfection. Finish it with melty cheese, and your family will go crazy for this comforting, easy casserole-a classic you'll want to pass down for years.
Why You'll Love This Casserole
- Buttery biscuits atop a rich meat and bean filling.
- Fast and easy to make.
- The perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Hungry Jack Casserole was a staple in my home when I was growing up. Actually we ate a lot of casseroles during my childhood days. It was the easiest kind of meal for my mom to feed our large family. When Hungry Jack was on the menu, you bet your booty everyone made it to the dinner table on time.
Ingredients You Need
- Lean ground beef works well and keeps the casserole from becoming greasy.
- Yellow onion for added flavor
- Salt and pepper
- Baked beans are essential for a hungry Jack experience. We use Bush's baked beans but any brand will work.
- BBQ sauce or ketchup
- Brown sugar offers a touch of sweetness to balance the savory, smoky flavors.
- Grands southern homestyle biscuits
- Cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley to garnish
Sneak In Veggies For A Complete Meal
To make this casserole more of a complete meal, stir in 1-2 cups of vegetables such as diced bell peppers, corn, mushrooms, or zucchini when adding the beans and sauce. They blend well with the BBQ flavors and add extra texture and nutrition.
How To Make Hungry Jack Casserole
See full instructions in the printable recipe card below.
- Prep- Preheat oven to350℉ and spray your baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Brown ground beef and onion in a large skillet until beef is no longer pink.
- Combine- Stir in seasonings, baked beans, BBQ sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a low simmer.
- Prepare biscuits- Cut each biscuit in half.
- Assemble casserole- Pour the meat mixture in your casserole dish and top with halved biscuits. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown and puffed.
- Finish- Top with cheese and allow to melt 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Ang's Helpful Tips
- Cut biscuits smaller if needed. This helps them bake through more evenly on top of the casserole.
- Watch the biscuit tops. If they brown too quickly, loosely cover the dish with foil until the centers finish baking.
- Leave space between biscuits. A little room helps them bake up golden instead of doughy.
- Drain the ground beef well. This prevents the casserole from becoming greasy.
How Do I Know When Biscuits Are Done?
Biscuits should be deep golden brown on top. Check a center biscuit by splitting it open. If the inside is light and fluffy instead of sticky or doughy, the biscuits are fully baked.
Storing and Freezing
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
- Freeze it without the biscuits. Prepare the filling, let it cool completely, then store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, add the biscuits, and bake.
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- Stuffed Pepper Casserole
- Slow Cooker Spaghetti Casserole
Hungry Jack Casserole
Equipment
- 9x13 baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- ½ medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (16) oz can baked beans I use an additional ½ can
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce or ketchup
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 pkg Pillsbury grands southern homestyle biscuits, cut in half
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
- non-stick cooking spray
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat oven to 350℉ and spray casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef and onion, crumbling the beef, until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
- Next stir in salt and pepper, beans, BBQ sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook 5-minutes.
- Transfer mixture to your baking dish and top with halved biscuits, round side up, leaving a little space in between each biscuit.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes. Biscuits are done when deep golden brown and centers are no longer doughy. If desired, top with cheese and bake another 2-3 minutes just until cheese is melted. Option to garnish with fresh parsley.
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I got this recipe from my mom who had it in a recipe box and it was clipped from a box of biscuit mix, and I can only assume it was Hungry Jack biscuit mix.
Yes! You're probably right.🙂 I hope you enjoy the recipe!