Description
Cowboy Cornbread Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines the sweetness of cornbread with savory ground beef, cheese, and colorful veggies. Perfect for chilly evenings or game day gatherings, this dish offers a delightful blend of flavors that will warm your heart and fill your home with mouthwatering aromas. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, each bite is a taste of Texas hospitality.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 2 jalapeños, diced (adjust based on heat preference)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cornbread mix
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion and bell peppers until tender.
- Stir in rinsed black beans and corn, cooking for an additional 3–5 minutes until heated through.
- Add diced jalapeños, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine cornbread mix, eggs, and milk until smooth.
- Pour half of the cornbread batter into the baking dish. Spread the meat mixture evenly on top before finishing with the remaining batter.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown on top and bubbling at the edges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option. For added texture, top with crushed tortilla chips before baking.