BBQ Baked Beans – Plain Chicken

BBQ Baked Beans Recipe – smoky, sweet, and packed with flavor! Pork & Beans, bacon, and french fried onions in a rich, tangy barbecue sauce with just the right amount of sweetness and spice, they’re the perfect side dish for cookouts, potlucks, and backyard BBQs. Serve them with burgers, ribs, pulled pork, or fried chicken for a classic, crowd-pleasing meal!

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Barbecue Baked Bean Casserole

BBQ Baked Beans are the ultimate side dish—smoky, sweet, and packed with flavor. The beans soak up all that rich, tangy barbecue sauce, with just the right hint of sweetness and spice. As they bake, the sauce thickens and gets all caramelized and sticky, making every bite super tasty. Whether you’re serving them up with burgers, ribs, or BBQ chicken, they add the perfect touch of comfort to any meal.

How to Make BBQ Baked Beans

This side dish is effortless to make with only a few simple ingredients. Spray a 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Drain excess bacon grease on paper towels and chop.

Stir together pork & beans, yellow mustard, BBQ sauce, bacon, and french fried onions—season with kosher salt and black pepper in a large bowl. Pour the bean mixture into the prepared pan and top with more french fried onions. Bake in a preheated oven until bubbly.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• To cut down on prep time, use precooked bacon.
  • You can substitute turkey bacon for lower calories.
• Variations/Additions:
  • brown sugar
  • molasses
  • yellow onion
  • green bell pepper
  • ground beef
  • splash of liquid smoke
• Our favorite store-bought BBQ sauces are G. Hughes, Sweet Baby Rays, Stubbs, and Williamson Brothers.
• Can I make Baked Beans ahead of time? Yes! You can assemble the casserole and cover the pan with plastic wrap. Store the dish in the fridge for up to 3 days before baking.
  • For best results, bring the casserole dish to room temperature before baking.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Baked Beans

BBQ Baked Beans go with just about anything off the grill or smoker, making them a must-have for cookouts and backyard barbecues. 

• They’re perfect alongside classics like burgers, hot dogs, ribs, or pulled pork, adding a sweet and smoky kick to the plate. 
• If you want to keep things Southern, serve them with fried chicken, cornbread, mac and cheese, or coleslaw for a well-rounded meal. 
• For something lighter, a fresh green salad or grilled veggies balance out the richness of the beans. 
• And don’t forget the pickles—whether it’s dill spears or bread and butter chips, they add a nice tangy contrast to all that saucy, smoky goodness!

Steph