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family friendly mexican casserole recipe

Mexican Casserole

This hearty Mexican casserole combines seasoned ground beef, zesty taco spices, and a golden cornbread topping for a delicious weeknight dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, it delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it the perfect comfort food for busy families.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can whole kernel corn (8 1/2 ounce), drained
  • 1 can whole tomatoes (14 1/2 ounce), chopped and undrained
  • 1 pound ground chuck
  • 1 package taco seasoning mix (1 1/4 ounce)
  • 1 package Mexican cornbread mix (6-8 ounce)

Equipment

  • 2-quart baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground chuck until no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning mix, followed by the chopped whole tomatoes with their juice and the drained corn kernels.
  4. Bring the mixture to a quick boil to help flavors meld, then pour into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Prepare the Mexican cornbread mix according to package directions.
  6. Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is set and golden.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef. Add a layer of cheese between the meat mixture and cornbread topping for extra richness. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, sliced avocados, or pickled jalapeños for added flavor.
This casserole keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Consider making a double batch as leftovers reheat beautifully in the microwave or oven.