Cornbread Topped Chili Recipe

This hearty and comforting Cornbread Topped Chili Casserole is the perfect quick weeknight meal! A family favorite for years, this recipe combines savory chili with a delicious cornbread topping for a satisfying and flavorful dish. Serve with a fresh salad for a complete and easy dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 611.4 kcal
Protein 70g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cornbread Topped Chili

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How to Make Cornbread Topped Chili

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 lb ground beef, and 2 cloves garlic (minced) over medium-high heat.
  3. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped green olives, 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 2 teaspoons chili powder.
  5. Bring to a simmer, then cook for 10 minutes, or until heated through and bubbling.
  6. Pour the chili mixture into a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  7. In a separate mixing bowl, combine 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup cornmeal, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup milk, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  8. Spread the cornbread batter evenly over the chili.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Remove from oven and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  11. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

80g

Carbs

15g