Southwest Beef Cornbread Casserole
Looking for a satisfying dish that warms the soul? Try this Southwest Beef Cornbread Casserole! This hearty, one-dish meal combines seasoned ground beef with black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes, all topped with a fluffy cornbread crust and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this flavorful casserole is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare and packed with bold Southwestern flavors, it’s a delightful way to bring everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- 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 the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and salt. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix corn muffin mix, egg, and milk until just combined.
- Pour the beef mixture into a greased baking dish and spread the cornbread batter on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg