Description
Cozy Chili Cornbread Casserole is a delightful blend of savory chili and sweet cornbread, perfect for chilly evenings. This comforting dish layers ground beef, beans, and tomatoes under a fluffy cornbread topping, creating a meal that warms both the body and soul. Ideal for gatherings or weeknight dinners, this casserole will have your guests coming back for seconds. Enjoy the rich flavors and inviting aroma that fills your kitchen as you serve this heartwarming dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) mixed chili beans
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 cup finely ground cornmeal
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add onions, garlic, and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Stir in chili beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, milk, eggs, baking powder, sugar, and melted butter until smooth; fold in cheese.
- Layer half of the meat mixture in the baking dish. Spread cornbread batter on top and finish with the remaining meat mixture.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg