Easy Cornbread Chili Bowl Recipe

Easy Cornbread Chili Bowl Recipe

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious weeknight meal, you can’t go wrong with a bowl of cornbread chili. This hearty and flavorful dish is sure to please the whole family and can be prepared in just a few short steps. The combination of cornbread and chili is a classic, and you can make it as simple or as complex as you’d like. Here’s a simple recipe that you can whip up in no time!

Ingredients

For the chili, you’ll need: 1 lb. ground beef, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 can black beans, 1 tsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. cumin, 1 tsp. coriander, and salt and pepper to taste. For the cornbread, you’ll need: 1 cup cornmeal, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tsp. baking powder, 1/8 tsp. baking soda, 1/4 tsp. salt, 1 egg, 1 cup buttermilk, and 2 tbsp. vegetable oil.

Instructions

To get started, preheat your oven to 350°F. Next, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic. Once the meat is cooked through, add the diced tomatoes and black beans and season with chili powder, cumin, coriander, and salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, then transfer to an oven-safe dish and set aside.

While the chili is simmering, it’s time to make the cornbread. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and vegetable oil. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Pour the cornbread batter over the chili and spread it out evenly.

Bake the chili-cornbread dish for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite toppings – sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped onions, and/or cilantro are all great options.

Enjoy!

This easy cornbread chili bowl recipe is a great way to switch up your weeknight routine. The combination of chili and cornbread is a classic and sure to please the whole family. It’s also a great way to use up any leftover chili you may have. Enjoy!