Mexican Cornbread Casserole
Enjoy the savory and spicy layers of cornbread, seasoned beef, corn, beans, and melted cheese in this comforting casserole.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 8.5 oz box cornbread mix
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 4 oz can chopped green chilies, drained
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 1 oz package taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 15 oz can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine cornbread mix, milk, and egg. Stir in green chilies. Spread the batter in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spoon the beef mixture over the cornbread layer. Top with corn and black beans.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Notes
Ensure ground beef is cooked thoroughly before adding taco seasoning.