Description
Cozy up with this delightful Chili Cornbread Casserole, the ultimate comfort food dish that fuses spicy chili with a fluffy cornbread topping. This hearty casserole is brimming with ground beef, beans, and vibrant spices, making it perfect for family gatherings or chilly nights. Serve it warm from the oven with a dollop of sour cream for an inviting and satisfying meal that will leave everyone smiling. Easy to prepare and customize, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup fine cornmeal
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Sour cream for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion and ground beef until browned. Stir in garlic and spices until fragrant.
- Add black beans and diced tomatoes; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cornmeal, milk, egg, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- Spread the chili mixture in a greased baking dish and pour cornbread batter on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg