Sloppy Joe Casserole with Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping
Some nights you just want a dinner that feels cozy, filling, and guaranteed to make everyone at the table happy — without a sink full of dishes or a mile-long ingredient list. This Sloppy Joe Casserole with Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping checks every single box.
It takes everything we love about classic sloppy joes and turns it into a family-style casserole topped with a golden, buttery cheddar biscuit crust that’s downright irresistible. It’s kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and easy enough for a busy weeknight, but hearty enough to feel like a real comfort meal. And the best part? It’s made with simple ingredients and comes together fast.
This is one of those dinners that smells so good while it’s baking that everyone magically shows up in the kitchen asking, “Is it ready yet?”
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Table of contents
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & easy – Simple steps and minimal prep
- Budget-friendly – Ground beef and pantry staples stretch far
- Kid-approved – Familiar flavors with a fun biscuit topping
- Family-style comfort food – Perfect for feeding a crowd
- Great for leftovers – Reheats beautifully
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Ground beef (2 pounds) – The hearty base of the casserole
- Diced onion & green bell pepper – Adds flavor and a little veggie boost
- Garlic cloves (5–6, minced) – Brings depth and richness
- Salt, pepper & garlic seasoning blend – Any all-purpose blend works
- Tomato paste – Adds concentrated tomato flavor
- Tomato sauce – Creates that classic sloppy joe texture
- Worcestershire sauce – Adds savory depth
- Brown sugar – Balances the tang with a touch of sweetness
- Ketchup – Classic sloppy joe flavor
- Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix (11.36 oz box) – The star topping
- Milk (or water) – Helps form the biscuit batter
- Shredded cheddar cheese – Inside the biscuit topping and on the casserole
- Butter + seasoning packet – Brushed on top for that iconic finish
How to Make Sloppy Joe Biscuit Casserole
Start by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat along with the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the vegetables are softened, then drain off any excess grease.
Season the mixture with your salt, pepper, and garlic blend, then stir in the tomato paste. Let that cook for a couple of minutes to deepen the flavor before adding the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and ketchup. Stir well and let the mixture simmer on low while you prepare the topping.
In a mixing bowl, combine the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix with the milk (or water) and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir just until combined — no need to overmix.
Pour the sloppy joe mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish, then sprinkle the top with additional shredded cheddar cheese. Carefully spread the biscuit batter over the top using a rubber spatula. It doesn’t have to be perfect — a little mixing at the edges is totally fine. Bake uncovered at 425°F (220°C) for about 20 minutes, until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
While the casserole is baking, mix the melted butter with the seasoning packet from the biscuit mix. As soon as the casserole comes out of the oven, brush that buttery seasoning all over the top.
Serving Suggestions
I served this with green beans and tater tots, and it was a hit.
It’s also great with:
- French fries
- Macaroni and cheese
- Corn or buttered peas
- A simple side salad
This casserole is filling on its own, but those sides make it feel like a full family feast.
Tips for Success
- Let the sloppy joe mixture simmer briefly so the flavors really meld
- Don’t worry about spreading the biscuit topping perfectly
- Bake until the top is deeply golden for the best texture
- Brush the butter on while it’s hot so it soaks in beautifully
If you do make this recipe, please leave a comment and a rating! I love hearing from you and it helps so much! Thank you!
Sloppy Joe Casserole with Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Ground Beef
- 1/2 Cup Diced Onion
- 1/2 Cup Diced Green Bell Pepper
- 5-6 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Salt, Pepper, Garlic Blend Seasoning
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 16 oz Tomato Sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 4 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Ketchup
- 11.36 oz Box of Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
- 1 Cup Milk can use water also
- 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese for biscuit batter
- 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese for topping the meat
- 2 tbsp Melted Butter
- Seasoning Packet from the biscuit mix
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C)
- Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a skillet over medium heat. Drain the excess grease if needed.
- Season with the salt, pepper and garlic blend, Add tomato paste, and cook for a couple minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, Worcestershire, brown sugar, and ketchup. Simmer.
- Mix biscuit mix with milk (or water) and cheddar cheese.
- Spread sloppy joe mixture into a greased 9×13 dish and top with cheese.
- Spread biscuit batter over the top. Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes until the batter is cooked all the way through.
- Mix the melted butter with the seasoning packet from the biscuits and brush all over the top. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Make-Ahead, Storage & Freezing
- Make-ahead: Assemble and bake when ready for best results
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers covered for up to 3–4 days
- Freezing: Bake first, cool completely, then freeze for up to 3 months
- Reheating: Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat covered in the oven until warmed through
