Description
This Cornbread Chili Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that combines flavorful chili with a golden cornbread topping. It’s a perfect meal for a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Chili Layer:
- 1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix (like Jiffy)
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeños (optional)
For the Cornbread Topping:
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and garlic until browned. Add beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, and seasonings. Simmer, then transfer to a baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornbread batter and add cheese and jalapeños. Pour over chili layer.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden. Let rest before serving.
Notes
- You can add corn kernels or green chiles to the cornbread for extra flavor.
- For a spicier chili, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the meat mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
