Description
This hearty cowboy casserole went viral for a reason! With savory beef, creamy corn filling, cheddar cheese, and a golden cornbread crust, it’s comfort food made easy.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon oil (for cooking the beef)
1 small onion, diced (optional, but recommended)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 box cornbread mix (Jiffy-style recommended)
½ cup milk (for cornbread mix)
1 egg (if required by cornbread package instructions)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and diced onion. Cook until beef is browned and onion is soft. Drain excess fat.
Stir in cream soup and drained corn. Mix well and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
In a bowl, prepare cornbread batter according to package directions (usually by adding milk and egg).
Pour the batter evenly over the top of the casserole, spreading gently to cover.
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden and cooked through.
Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
Soup Swap: Use either cream of mushroom or cream of chicken based on preference.
Cornbread Tip: Don’t overmix the batter; a light stir will keep the cornbread fluffy.
Optional Add-ins: Add chopped jalapeños, diced green chilies, or taco seasoning for an extra kick!
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American, Southern-Inspired
