A hearty and flavorful Mexican cornbread casserole featuring ground beef, Jiffy corn muffin mix, and a blend of cheese and spices. Perfect for a comforting dinner with a spicy twist.
1 pound ground beef
1 packet Jiffy corn muffin mix (8.5 ounces)
1 cup milk
1 large egg
1 cup canned corn kernels, drained
1 cup canned diced green chilies, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with vegetable oil.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the ground beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until the beef is fully browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Jiffy corn muffin mix, milk, and egg. Stir until just combined.
Fold in the canned corn, diced green chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and chopped cilantro.
Add the cooked ground beef mixture to the batter and gently fold until evenly combined.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.