Cowboy Cornbread

Hearty, flavorful, and downright irresistible, Cowboy Cornbread is the ultimate all-in-one comfort food bake! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines a savory ground beef and black bean filling, spiced with chili powder and cumin, then layered with melty cheddar cheese and topped with a golden, fluffy cornbread crust. Juicy diced tomatoes with green chilies and sweet corn kernels add a zesty Southwestern flair, making every bite a delightful fusion of textures and flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is easy to make and bakes to perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether served with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, Cowboy Cornbread will quickly become a family favorite. Keywords: cowboy cornbread recipe, cornbread casserole, Southwestern bake, easy dinner ideas, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel-style)
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 box (approximately 8.5-ounces) cornbread mix (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup milk (as directed on cornbread mix)
• 1 large egg (as directed on cornbread mix)
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for greasing

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, frozen corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to the package instructions, combining the mix with milk and egg until smooth.

Step 6

Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture.

Step 7

Pour the cornbread batter over the top of the cheese layer, spreading it out gently with a spatula to cover the filling completely.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Cowboy Cornbread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2267.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3733.0

Total Fat 188.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 789.3mg	0%
Sodium 7170.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 333.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.2g	0%
Total Sugars 73.5g
Protein 197.1g	0%

Vitamin D 171.0IU	0%
Calcium 2609.7mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 3965.4mg	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: 44.4%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 34.9%