Chili Cornbread Casserole
Chili cornbread casserole is the ultimate comfort food, blending spicy chili and fluffy cornbread into a mouthwatering dish. This one-dish meal is perfect for busy nights or cozy gatherings, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors that will surely please everyone at your table. With its inviting aroma and cheesy topping, this casserole promises to be the star of any occasion.
- 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 (or turkey)
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chili beans, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Stir in chili beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook until heated through.
- Prepare cornbread mix according to package instructions.
- Pour the chili mixture into the baking dish and spread cornbread batter evenly on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Top with cheese and green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg