Mexican Cornbread Casserole
This Mexican Cornbread Casserole is a delightful comfort dish that combines layers of seasoned ground beef, sweet corn, and gooey cheese, all topped with a golden cornbread crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends and family, this easy-to-make casserole promises a burst of flavors in every bite. With its hearty ingredients and simple preparation, this dish will quickly become a favorite at your table. Serve it warm alongside fresh toppings or a side salad for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 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 the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a cast iron skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in the cream-style corn, frozen corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
- In a separate bowl, mix Jiffy cornbread mix, eggs, and milk until just combined.
- Pour the cornbread batter over the meat mixture and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cornbread is golden brown.
- Add the remaining cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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