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Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

A close-up slice of cowboy cornbread casserole showing a moist, golden cornbread top over a savory chili filling with beans and corn.
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Make this hearty, family-friendly Cowboy Cornbread Casserole for a quick weeknight dinner. It features a savory ground beef and bean filling topped with a simple, fluffy cornbread crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 package (8.5 ounces) corn muffin mix (like Jiffy)
  • Ingredients to prepare cornbread mix (usually 1 egg and 1/3 cup milk)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the black beans, corn, Rotel, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper into the skillet with the beef mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  4. Spread the beef and bean mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Prepare the corn muffin mix according to the package directions, substituting or adding any required liquid as noted on the box.
  6. Pour the prepared cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture in the baking dish.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use a can of drained pinto beans instead of black beans.
  • If you are looking into meal planning for busy weeks, this casserole is a great option to prepare ahead of time.
  • This recipe works well with pre-cooked ground beef if you are short on time.

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