Description
This Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole is a hearty and flavorful one-dish meal that combines savory ground beef, beans, corn, and a cheesy layer topped with a golden cornbread crust. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Casserole:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Cornbread Topping:
- 1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
- 1 egg
- â…“ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the filling: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add tomatoes, corn, beans, and taco seasoning. Cook until heated through.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with cheddar cheese.
- Make the cornbread topping: In a bowl, mix cornbread mix, egg, and milk. Pour over the filling.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until cornbread is golden.
- Rest and serve: Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Top with sour cream, green onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Substitute ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
