14 Dutch Oven Recipes To Keep You Warm This Winter
As the winter chill sets in, we’re excited to pull our Dutch ovens out of storage. To celebrate this versatile kitchen essential, we pulled together 14 of our favorite Dutch oven recipes. From hearty soups to succulent roasts and crusty bread, this pot was made to make your favorite stews, casseroles and more.
Hungry for more? Our collection of Dutch Ovens will have you cooking up a storm this season. From brand favorites like Le Creuset and Staub to our own Sur La Table-branded Dutch Ovens, you’ll find the perfect tool for every dish you can dream up.
FENNEL AND LEEK SOUP WITH GRUYÈRE CROUTONS
This simple yet hearty soup is the comfort food of gods.
Creamy, rich and velvety, a flavorful blend of leeks, fennel and potatoes are set to simmer in a Dutch oven and served up with a sprinkling of Gruyère croutons.
ROASTED CHICKEN WITH POTATOES, FENNEL AND HERBES DE PROVENCE
Created and tested right here in the Sur La Table kitchen, this is one of our favorite meals to cook in cast iron.
Juicy, tender chicken, seasoned to perfection on a bed of roasted veggies—a deliciously herby and comforting dish to add to your repertoire.
MEATBALL SOUP WITH ESCAROLE AND ORZO
This delicious broth-based soup is a modern twist on the beloved Zuppa Toscana.
Packed with flavor, the meatballs—seasoned with parsley, Parmesan and garlic—simmer in a broth with carrots, celery and escarole (Tuscan kale), making it an easy Dutch oven lunch or dinner.
UDON NOODLE SOUP WITH BABY BOK CHOY
The dish unfolds with aromatic notes of garlic, ginger and a hint of sesame, complemented by shiitake mushrooms and mirin.
But the iconic flavor comes from the dashi broth, delivering a nuanced, clean taste that melds flawlessly with the udon noodles and veggies.
CREAMY CHICKEN AND DUMPLING SOUP
Fluffy, herby, homemade dumplings are the star of this soup.
You’ll need a large mixing bowl alongside your Dutch oven for this one, but it’ll be the most comforting bowl of chicken soup you’ve ever had.
Picture yourself cozied up with a creamy broth packed with thyme, chicken, dumplings and hearty veg—what could be better?
BEEF BOURGUIGNON
This casserole delivers on all levels with an intensely flavored red wine sauce and beef that melts in your mouth. Serve with creamy Dijon potatoes, lightly steamed green vegetables and some real French bread.
ROAST CHICKEN WITH LEMON AND HERBS
Elevate your weeknight chicken with a blend of aromatic herbs and the bright essence of lemon as the delightful scent of citrus fills your kitchen.
In just under an hour, you’ll have an impressive roasted chicken surrounded by shallots and parsnips, ready to serve.
CHICKEN BRAISED IN RED WINE
Better known as Coq au Vin, this French farmhouse classic was developed as a means of making a flavorful meal from older poultry. Slowly braising the bird in red wine makes it tender and delicious.
While Burgundy wine is traditional here, we prefer a fruit-forward Syrah.
BEEF BARLEY AND VEGETABLE SOUP
This recipe was practically made for a Dutch oven, ensuring you get the most tender beef possible.
Juicy, browned beef adds depth to the broth, while the earthiness of the barley complements the caramelized veggies and thyme, creating a hearty, satisfying soup perfect for chilly days.
ROOT VEGETABLE SOUP
Crafting this comforting medley in a Dutch oven ensures an even simmer, coaxing out the vegetables’ natural sweetness and enhancing the soup’s hearty flavors.
A gentle hint of truffle oil and spritz of lemon provide a refreshing, elegant finish to the earthy richness of the root vegetables.
ROASTED CHICKEN WITH MUSTARD-THYME SAUCE
If you’ve got the time, a six-hour brine gives this classic chicken dish its incredible flavor and juiciness.
Infused with honey, lemon and thyme, this succulent, tender chicken has a great depth of flavor, balancing sweet, citrusy and herbal notes.
FARRO RISOTTO WITH SAUSAGE, FENNEL AND SQUASH
Farro grains make a great substitute in this risotto, combining a nutty, creamy profile with savory Italian sausage, roasted squash and fennel.
Using a Dutch oven allows the farro to slowly absorb the broth, resulting in a creamier, perfectly cooked risotto.
Get the Farro Risotto with Sausage, Fennel and Squash recipe!
ITALIAN SAUSAGE, KALE AND CANNELLINI BEAN RIBOLLITA
This famous Tuscan soup is a hearty potage made with bread and vegetables.
There are many variations, but the main ingredients always include leftover bread, cannellini beans and inexpensive vegetables like carrots, cabbage, chard, kale and onion.
Get the Italian Sausage, Kale, and Cannellini Bean Ribollita recipe!
DUTCH OVEN BREAD
Debatably the best way to make bread, this Dutch oven recipe makes a delightfully crispy bread with a chewy, airy interior.
It’s a blend of simple ingredients, including flour, water, yeast and salt, that result in a rustic, hearty, homemade loaf that’ll be gone by the day’s end.
Get the Dutch Oven Bread recipe!
Hungry for more? Our collection of Dutch Ovens will have you cooking up a storm this season. From brand favorites like Le Creuset and Staub to our own Sur La Table-branded Dutch Ovens, you’ll find the perfect tool for every dish you can dream up.
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