Chili Cornbread Casserole
Chili cornbread casserole is a cozy dish that combines hearty chili with a fluffy cornbread topping, creating a mouthwatering comfort food experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this recipe is easy to make and guarantees to impress family and friends alike. The delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (red or yellow)
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef and black beans to the skillet; cook until the meat is browned.
- Stir in chili powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine cornmeal, milk, eggs, and shredded cheese until smooth.
- Grease a baking dish; layer the chili mixture first then top with cornbread batter evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg