Cajun Corn Casserole

Transform your next meal with this crowd-pleasing Cajun Corn Casserole, a Southern-inspired dish packed with bold Creole flavors and comforting textures. This easy recipe combines sweet canned corn, rich cream-style corn, and a hearty cornbread mix, all infused with the zesty kick of Cajun seasoning and paprika. Sautéed vegetables like bell pepper, onion, celery, and optional jalapeño deliver a medley of flavor, while cheddar cheese and sour cream add a luscious, creamy finish. Perfectly baked to a golden crust, this casserole is an irresistible side dish for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Whether you're a fan of Southern cooking or looking for a unique twist on a classic corn casserole, this recipe is sure to become a staple on your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced (preferably red or green)
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional for extra spice)
• 2 cups canned whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 15-ounce can canned cream-style corn
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 8.5-ounce box cornbread mix (such as Jiffy)
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, celery, and jalapeño (if using) to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the skillet from the heat and let the vegetable mixture cool slightly.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and the cooked vegetable mixture.

Step 6

Stir in the cornbread mix, Cajun seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and salt until well combined.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is set in the center.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1314.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2486.1

Total Fat 127.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 305.6mg	0%
Sodium 7736.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 78.4g
Protein 73.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1507.4mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1841.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 45.3%