Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole

Transform your favorite comfort food into a hearty, family-friendly dinner with this Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole! This recipe takes the sweet and savory flavors of classic Sloppy Joes and layers them under a golden, cheesy cornbread topping for the ultimate one-dish meal. Featuring seasoned ground beef cooked with a flavorful blend of ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, this casserole is topped with fluffy cornbread batter and melted cheddar cheese for a mouthwatering finish. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is ready in just 45 minutes and serves six. Serve it warm with a side of steamed veggies or a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 box store-bought cornbread mix
• 0.5 cup milk (for cornbread mix)
• 1 large egg (for cornbread mix)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, mustard, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Pour the Sloppy Joe mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.

Step 7

In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to the instructions on the box, typically combining the cornbread mix, milk, and egg.

Step 8

Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the Sloppy Joe mixture in the casserole dish.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the cornbread batter for extra flavor.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Scoop and serve warm. Enjoy your Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1336.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2229.2

Total Fat 140.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 632.2mg	0%
Sodium 3930.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 79.0g
Protein 121.4g	0%

Vitamin D 102IU	0%
Calcium 1182.6mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2313.4mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 23.6%