Cozy Chili Cornbread Casserole
Warm up your chilly evenings with this Cozy Chili Cornbread Casserole. This comforting dish combines hearty chili made with ground meat, kidney beans, and tomatoes, topped with fluffy cornbread for a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this casserole will wrap you in warmth and nostalgia with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with green chilies if desired)
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 package cornbread mix (about 8.5 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the cornbread mix according to package instructions in a separate bowl.
- Pour the chili mixture into the greased casserole dish and evenly spread the cornbread batter on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg