Description
Cowboy Cornbread Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and a fluffy cornbread topping. This hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With every bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your guests asking for more. Simple to prepare and packed with nutrition, this casserole is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 can (15 oz) canned corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup milk or buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onions and bell peppers over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in black beans, canned corn, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until heated through.
- In a bowl, combine cornbread mix with milk or buttermilk according to package instructions; whisk until just combined.
- Pour the beef mixture into a greased baking dish and layer spoonfuls of cornbread batter on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for turkey or lentils for a vegetarian option. Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat. For best texture when reheating leftovers, warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through.