Cornbread Casserole

This cornbread casserole is a hearty main dish recipe that is the ultimate comfort food. Ground beef mixture is layered in a baking dish and topped with homemade cornbread that is easily served with a side salad.

As a busy mom of 8, this casserole dinnertime a breeze. My entire family loves it and everyone cleans their plates.

Why We Love This Recipe

Cornbread Casserole is hearty and savory dish that simple to make and budget friendly. You can easily make ahead of time and can be made with a variety of ingredients.

Not only makes for a hearty weeknight meal but I have even made it for the holidays.

Ingredients

• Ground Beef – You can also make this casserole with ground turkey
• Onion – If you are out, check out Best Onion Substitute
• Cloves Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
• Diced Tomatoes – You can also use a can of Rotel
• Corn – We used canned whole kernel corn

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

• Spicy – For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
• Add Beans – You could also add a can of drained black beans or pinto beans to the beef mixture for extra protein and fiber.
• Spices – Feel free to change the seasoning to what you prefer. You can use Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe for delicious flavor.
• Jiffy Cornbread Mix – If you prefer you can use Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix to make this corn casserole recipe.

How to Make Cornbread Casserole

• Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

Step 2 – In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.

Step 3 – Add onion and garlic to the beef. Cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4 – Stir in diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5 – Spread the beef mixture in the prepared baking dish.

Step 6 – In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 7 – In another bowl, whisk together milk, oil, and egg.

Step 8 – Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in shredded cheese.

Step 9 – Spread cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture.

• Step 10 – Bake for 35-40 minutes, until cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean.
• Step 11 – Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Expert Tips

• Ground Beef – Cook the ground beef in a large skillet and make sure to drain excess grease before combining with the other ingredients.
• Cooking Time – You will know that the casserole is finished cooking when the cornbread is finished baking. Use a toothpick inserted in the center to make sure the cornbread if fully cooked. If it comes out clean and the top is golden brown then the casserole is finished baking.

Serving Suggestions

Cornbread casserole makes a delicious weeknight meal or it is perfect to serve Thanksgiving or Christmas. It pairs well with Homemade Shake and Bake Pork Chops, Grilled Chicken Drumsticks and Grilled Teriyaki Steak for a hearty side.

It also pairs with other side dishes such as Parmesan Roasted Green Beans and Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts Recipe.