Description
Cornbread Chili Casserole is a delightful fusion of two beloved comfort foods, bringing warmth and satisfaction to your table. This hearty dish features layers of spicy chili filled with seasoned ground meat, beans, and tomatoes, all topped with a golden, buttery cornbread crust. It’s perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, offering rich flavors that can be customized to suit your taste. In just about an hour, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve it on its own or pair it with rice, crusty bread, or a fresh salad for a complete meal experience.
Ingredients
- Lean ground beef or turkey
- Canned black or kidney beans
- Diced tomatoes with green chilies
- Cornmeal mix
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat; drain excess grease.
- Stir in beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), cornmeal mix, and sour cream until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and top with shredded cheese and optional jalapeños.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Customize flavors by adding spices like cumin or adjusting heat levels with more jalapeños.
To make ahead, prepare components the day before and refrigerate; add extra bake time if chilled.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 65mg