Description
Cornbread Chili Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining a golden cornbread crust with spicy chili layers and gooey melted cheese. This dish not only warms you up but also fills your home with an irresistible aroma that invites everyone to the table. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this casserole guarantees smiles with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) spicy chili beans
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions until translucent. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in chili beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, and cumin; let simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cornmeal, baking powder, milk, eggs, and salt until combined.
- Layer half of the meat mixture in the baking dish, followed by half of the cornbread batter. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg