Taco Cornbread Casserole
Taco cornbread casserole is the perfect marriage of classic taco flavors and a golden, slightly sweet cornbread crust. Each bite pairs savory seasoned beef, creamy beans, melty cheese, and pops of corn under a fluffy topping. Family-friendly, festive, and endlessly flexible, it's a one-pan meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 box cornbread mix
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until soft, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it browns.
- Drain excess grease if needed. Stir in taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add the black beans and corn to the seasoned beef mixture. Remove from heat and stir until combined.
- Pour the meat mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the top.
- In a mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread according to package instructions using egg and milk. Stir until just combined.
- Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the meat and cheese layer, spreading gently with a spatula.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the cornbread comes out clean.
- Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 435kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 24gFat: 24gSodium: 940mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
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