Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole Recipe
This Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and salsa topped with a cheesy cornbread crust. Perfect for family dinners, this casserole delivers a delicious blend of Tex-Mex flavors with a satisfying, golden-baked cornbread topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 14 oz canned corn, drained
- 14.5 oz canned kidney beans, drained
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Topping
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese
- 8.5 oz Jiffy corn muffin mix
- 8.25 oz creamed corn
- 2 tbsp milk
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking and prevent uneven cooking of the casserole.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula. Drain excess grease to avoid a greasy casserole.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: To the skillet, add drained corn, kidney beans, salsa, taco seasoning, water, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well to combine all ingredients and blend flavors evenly.
- Pour into Baking Dish: Transfer the ground beef mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish sprayed with nonstick spray for easy serving and to prevent sticking.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the beef mixture to create a melty and flavorful layer.
- Prepare Cornbread Topping: In a medium bowl, mix the corn muffin mix, creamed corn, milk, and sour cream until just combined, forming a thick batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the topping tender.
- Spoon Cornbread Topping: Evenly spread the cornbread batter over the cheese layer to ensure uniform baking and texture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the cornbread topping is cooked through and golden brown. Test with a toothpick to check doneness; it should come out clean.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to let it set, making it easier to slice and serve.
- Store Leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep fresh.
Notes
- Drain excess grease from the cooked beef to prevent a greasy casserole.
- Use nonstick spray in the baking dish to avoid sticking and ease serving.
- Mix cornbread batter just until combined to avoid toughness.
- Test cornbread doneness with a toothpick for best results.
- Allow casserole to cool slightly before serving to help it set.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking for safety.
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