Mexican Cornbread Casserole

Dive into the bold and comforting flavors of this Mexican Cornbread Casserole—a hearty one-dish dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings! This layered casserole begins with a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sweet corn, all simmered together and topped with melty cheddar cheese for a fiesta of flavors. It's then nestled between layers of tender, golden cornbread for the ultimate Tex-Mex comfort food. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and easy steps to assemble, this recipe is as quick as it is delicious. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a finishing touch. Ideal for feeding a crowd, this Mexican-inspired casserole will soon become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 packet (1 ounce) Taco seasoning
• 1 (10-ounce can) Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 (15-ounce can) Canned whole kernel corn, drained
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 box (typically 8.5 ounces) Cornbread mix
• 0.33 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Mix in the taco seasoning, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (including the liquid), and drained corn. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to the package instructions using the cornbread mix, milk, egg, and vegetable oil. Stir until just combined.

Step 6

Pour half of the cornbread batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 7

Carefully spoon the beef mixture over the cornbread batter in an even layer. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.

Step 8

Pour the remaining cornbread batter over the top and gently spread to cover as much of the filling as possible. Note: It’s okay if some of the filling shows through.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and set.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top and place the casserole back in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 11

Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1938.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3792.8

Total Fat 210.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g
Cholesterol 786.4mg	0%
Sodium 10594.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 80.6g
Protein 183.5g	0%

Vitamin D 120.9IU	0%
Calcium 2359.9mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 2982.3mg	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: 48.6%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 32.6%