Description
A hearty and flavorful casserole that combines savory cornbread with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, green chilies, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (4 oz) green chilies, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 box cornbread mix
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with their juices, and green chilies. Simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cornbread mix, egg, milk, sour cream, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread half of the cornbread batter evenly in the bottom.
- Layer the beef mixture over the batter, then spread the remaining cornbread batter on top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Add sliced jalapenos for extra heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
