Experience the vibrant flavors of a taco in a comforting casserole form with this delightful Cornbread Taco Bake. A symphony of savory beef, zesty tomatoes, fiery green chilies, creamy cheese, sweet corn, and hearty chili beans, all crowned with a golden cornbread crust. This one-dish wonder is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing gathering.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

In a large, deep, oven-safe skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium heat, cook ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. (5-7 minutes)

03

Step

3 mins

Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.

04

Step

2 mins

Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes and green chilies, corn, and chili beans. Bring to a simmer. (2 minutes)

05

Step

1 mins

Remove from heat and stir in the shredded Cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. (1 minute)

06

Step

1 mins

In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornbread mix, egg, and milk until just combined. Do not overmix. (2 minutes)

07

Step

25 mins

Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture in the skillet. (1 minute)

08

Step

2 mins

Bake in the preheated oven until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (25 minutes)

09

Step

Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream and chopped green onions.

For a spicier kick, use a spicier taco seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking. Consider adding diced avocado, chopped tomatoes, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
For best results, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet. If you don't have one, you can transfer the beef mixture to a greased baking dish before topping with the cornbread batter.
To prevent the cornbread from browning too quickly, you can loosely tent the skillet with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.