Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole Recipe
This Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole Recipe combines flavorful ground beef, creamy corn, and savory cornbread topping into a comforting, hearty dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
- 1/3 cup milk (as required by the cornbread mix)
- 1 egg (as required by the cornbread mix)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional for topping)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, crumbling it as it browns. Add taco seasoning and stir well.
- Mix the cooked beef, corn, and black beans together. Spread evenly in the prepared dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
- Prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions (mix with milk and egg). Spread the batter evenly over the beef mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sour cream and green onions if desired.
Notes
- Substitute black beans with kidney beans if preferred.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg