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Cornbread Casserole with Chicken (or not!)

Cornbread Casserole with Chicken (or not!)

Add chicken to this easy cornbread casserole to make it a main dish, or leave it out for a tasty side dish!

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4-5 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 3/4 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 c. sour cream or plain yogurt reduced fat is fine
  • 14 oz. can creamed corn
  • 11 oz. can Mexicorn drained
  • 8.5 oz. box cornbread mix
  • 1/2 c. shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a square baking dish with cooking spray, and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add diced chicken, sprinkle with chili powder and salt, and sauté until cooked through.
  3. Meanwhile, whisk together egg and yogurt in a medium bowl. Stir in creamed corn, Mexicorn, cornbread mix, and cheese until just combined. Stir in cooked chicken.
  4. Spread cornbread mixture into prepared baking dish, and bake in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, until center is set.

Notes

If you would like a cheesier casserole, sprinkle another 1/2 c. cheese over the top for the last 10 minutes of baking.

  • Author: Andi
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 40