Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Mexican Cornbread Casserole! This hearty dish combines layers of seasoned ground beef, sweet corn, and melted cheese all topped with a fluffy cornbread crust. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a delightful blend of textures and tastes that everyone will love. Best of all, this one-pan wonder means less cleanup and more time to enjoy your meal. Whether you serve it as is or customize it with your favorite veggies and spices, this casserole is sure to become a staple in your home. Get ready to savor each scrumptious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (14.75 ounces) cream-style corn
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 box (8.5 ounces) Jiffy cornbread mix
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a cast iron skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess grease.
- Stir in cream-style corn, frozen corn, diced tomatoes with chilies, and taco seasoning; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle one cup of cheese over the meat mixture.
- In a separate bowl, combine cornbread mix, eggs, and milk; mix until just combined.
- Pour the cornbread batter over the beef mixture and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cornbread is golden brown.
- Sprinkle another cup of cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg