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A glass dish filled with Mexican Cornbread Casserole With Jiffy, topped with jalapeno slices and bits of red pepper, with a wooden spatula resting in the casserole. Fresh cilantro and forks are placed nearby.
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Mexican Cornbread Casserole With Jiffy

This Mexican Cornbread Casserole With Jiffy is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish made with ground beef, bacon, and a soft cornbread crust. Perfect for busy nights!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican American
Servings: 6
Calories: 507kcal
Author: Maggie Unzueta

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 8.5 oz boxes Jiffy Cornbread Mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (substitute with ancho sauce OR your favorite salsa)
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 15 oz can pinto beans drained
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 medium jalapeño sliced
  • cilantro optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, 7–10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  • Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, and onion powder.
  • Add the crumbled bacon, BBQ sauce (or adobo sauce), and beans.
  • Stir to combine, then spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to the package directions.
  • Pour it evenly over the beef mixture — do not mix!
  • Top with sliced jalapeños.
  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cornbread comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with extra bacon and chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

How to adjust the heat:
  • For mild, use BBQ sauce. 
  • For medium, use adobo sauce. 
  • For hot, use spicy salsa. 
Storing & Reheating Instructions:
  • Refrigerator: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
  • Reheating: Warm in the oven at 325°F or microwave individual pieces until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 507kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 987mg | Potassium: 510mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 960IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 181mg | Iron: 3mg