Description
A delightful blend of flavors and textures featuring tender chicken, zesty spices, and sweet cornbread baked together in one dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 package (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped (about 4–5 green onions)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a Mexican blend)
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1–2 jalapeños, sliced (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- Cooking spray or olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, milk, and eggs. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- In another bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes (with their juice), chopped green onions, taco seasoning, and sliced jalapeños. Mix well.
- Pour half of the cornbread batter into the prepared baking dish. Layer the chicken and bean mixture over the batter, then pour the remaining cornbread batter over the top.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and serve warm.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free cornbread mix.
- For a vegetarian dish, replace the chicken with extra beans or vegetables.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, wrap well and store for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Tex-Mex, Chicken, Cornbread, Casserole, Easy Recipe