Southwest Beef Cornbread Casserole
Warm up your dinner table with this Southwest Beef Cornbread Casserole, a comforting dish that is sure to become a family favorite. This one-pot meal features seasoned ground beef combined with colorful vegetables, all topped with a fluffy cornbread layer that bakes to golden perfection. With its bold Southwest flavors and easy preparation, this casserole is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. You can customize it with different proteins or veggies to suit your taste, making it both versatile and delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (8.5 oz) box corn muffin mix
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine the corn muffin mix, egg, and milk; stir until just mixed.
- Pour the beef mixture into a greased baking dish and spread the cornbread batter on top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top and bake an additional 3 to 5 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg