Southwest Beef Cornbread Casserole
Experience the comforting warmth of Southwest Beef Cornbread Casserole, a delightful dish that combines seasoned ground beef with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes. Topped with a fluffy cornbread crust, this casserole is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare—making it a perfect option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its bold flavors and simple ingredients, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the flexibility to customize it according to your pantry staples or dietary preferences!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 (8.5 oz) box corn muffin mix
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in drained corn, rinsed black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and salt. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the corn muffin mix with egg and milk until just combined.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the beef mixture and top with cornbread batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Add cheese on top; bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until melted.
- Garnish if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg