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The Easiest & Heartiest Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

A close-up slice of cowboy cornbread casserole featuring a thick cornbread topping, melted cheddar cheese, and a savory ground beef and corn filling.
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This simple Cowboy Cornbread Casserole combines seasoned ground beef, beans, and corn under a quick, cheesy cornbread topping. It is a comforting, one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights.

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) diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 box (8.5 ounces) corn muffin mix (like Jiffy)
  • Ingredients listed on the corn muffin mix box (usually milk, eggs, and oil)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir the drained black beans, drained corn, diced tomatoes and green chilies, chili powder, and cumin into the skillet with the beef mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Pour this mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Prepare the cornbread batter according to the package directions, using the required milk, eggs, and oil.
  6. Pour the prepared cornbread batter evenly over the meat mixture in the baking dish.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, substitute Rotel with one can of drained green chilies and one small can of tomato sauce.
  • You can use pinto beans instead of black beans if you prefer.
  • If you want a richer topping, use milk instead of water when preparing the cornbread mix.

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