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Come into the delicious world of comfort food with our mouthwatering Easy Chili Cornbread Casserole recipe. Discover the perfect blend of savory chili and golden cornbread that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.
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I love making chili cornbread casserole because it's a fun and creative way to enjoy two classic comfort foods in one. It's warm, hearty, and delicious, and perfect for a cold winter day. It's a taste of home, a reminder that the simplest recipes often hold the power to bring to mind the fondest memories. If you want to make Chili in the Crockpot, we also have that recipe for you.
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- 🥘What is needed to make Chili Casserole with Cornbread Topping?
- 💭Top Tips
- 📖How to make Chili Cornbread Casserole
- 📋 Easy Chili Cornbread Casserole Recipe
🥘What is needed to make Chili Casserole with Cornbread Topping?
- Ground beef or ground turkey
- Onion
- Crushed tomatoes
- Black beans, kidney beans, chili beans, or cannellini beans
- Whole kernel corn (canned or frozen)
- Boxed cornbread
- Worcestershire sauce
- Chili powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Shredded cheese
💭Top Tips
- Tailor the homemade chili to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer it spicier, milder, or with veggies such as bell pepper, make the chili base according to your liking.
- Adjust the heat level of your chili to suit your preference. Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne for extra spice, or tone it down by using mild chili powder.
- Enhance the presentation and flavor by serving your chili cornbread casserole with your favorite chili toppings like sour cream, jalapenos, chopped green onions, cilantro, or diced tomatoes.
- After baking, let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld, and it makes slicing and serving easier.
- Try different types of cornbread, such as jalapeño cornbread or cheddar cornbread, to add extra layers of flavor to your casserole.
- Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes after baking. This allows the flavors to meld together, and it makes it easier to cut and serve.
- If you have leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
📖How to make Chili Cornbread Casserole
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until the vegetables are softened and the beef is browned.
- Mix in chili powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Stir crushed tomatoes and corn into the meat mixture.
- Add drained and rinsed can of beans, stirring to combine. Simmer 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- In a large bowl, make the cornbread mixture, according to the back of the box.
- Transfer the chili mixture to a greased 9x13" baking dish. Spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the top of chili with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Spread the cornbread batter over the chili layer, spreading it to the edges.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese on top. Bake 30-35 minutes or until cornbread is baked and sides are bubbly. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish the top of the chili with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve hot and enjoy!
📋 Easy Chili Cornbread Casserole Recipe
Jill Lockridge-The Freckled Cook
Come into the delicious world of comfort food with our mouthwatering Easy Chili Cornbread Casserole recipe. Discover the perfect blend of hearty chili and golden cornbread that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground hamburger or ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- salt, pepper to taste
- 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups frozen or canned corn
- 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, colby, or mexican)
- 1 15 oz box cornbread (and ingredients on back of box)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until the vegetables are softened and the beef is browned.
Mix in chili powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
Stir crushed tomatoes and corn into the meat mixture.
Add drained and rinsed can of beans, stirring to combine. Simmer 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
In a large bowl, make the cornbread mixture, according to the back of the box.
Transfer the chili mixture to a greased 9x13" baking dish. Spread it evenly.
Sprinkle the top with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
Spread the cornbread batter over the chili layer, spreading it to the edges.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese on top. Bake 30-35 minutes or until cornbread is baked and sides are bubbly. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve hot and enjoy!
Keyword baked chili and cornbread, chili cornbread casserole
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