Here’s a recipe for a Viral Cornbread Cowboy Casserole—a hearty, cheesy, and slightly sweet comfort dish that’s become popular for potlucks and weeknight dinners.
🌽 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
For the base:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the cornbread topping:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
- 2 large eggs
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the filling
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef with onion and bell pepper until browned.
- Drain excess fat.
- Add corn, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly on top.
2. Make the cornbread topping
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour batter evenly over the beef mixture.
3. Bake
- Bake 25–30 minutes, until cornbread is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
4. Serve
- Let cool slightly, then scoop into servings. Optional: top with sour cream, salsa, or chopped green onions.
✅ Tip: For extra flavor, stir in 1 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese into the cornbread batter before baking.
If you want, I can also give a faster, one-pan skillet version that cooks in under 40 minutes and is just as delicious.
