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Chili Pie with Cornbread Topping

Author: Catherine's Plates

Ingredients

  • 2 TBS olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced large
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1-2 pkts (1.75 oz) each chili seasoning
  • 1 (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes canned
  • 2 TBS tomato paste or 1/2 can tomato soup
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • 2 (8.5 oz) boxes Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
  • 2 eggs if using another cornbread muffin mix, follow ingredient list on that box
  • 2/3 cup milk if using another cornbread muffin mix follow ingredient list on that box
  • 1 cup corn, divided
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In an oven proof pan or cast iron skillet (you can also use a regular skillet and transfer mixture to casserole dish, if needed) heat olive oil on medium high. Add diced onion and saute until soft and a little browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add ground beef and brown thoroughly, drain well.
  • Stir in chili seasonings, diced tomatoes, and tomato soup or paste. Add in chicken broth and 1/2 cup of corn. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile make cornbread mixture according to the package. Add other 1/2 cup of corn and cheddar cheese and mix well.
  • Place spoonfuls for cornbread mixture all over the chili mixture and spread evenly to cover.
  • (If you are using a non-oven proof pan, go ahead and place the chili mixture into a casserole dish and spoon the corn bread mixture over the chili and spread evenly.)
  • Place in oven and back for 35-40 minutes until golden brown on top.
  • Rest for 10 minutes. Serve with sour cream, grated cheese, and sliced green onions.