Cowboy Casserole
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Say ‘howdy’ to your new favorite weeknight dinner! The chili-style filling packed with beef, beans, and corn cooks in minutes. Top with your favorite cornbread batter and finish it off in the microwave for a one-dish wonder.
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What You’ll Need
What You’ll Need
The Extra Large Dish
At 12 cups capacity, this is our largest dish — the perfect addition to any set.
The Anyhand Mitts
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Ingredients
- 1½ lbs (675g) lean ground beef
- 1 cup (120g) red bell pepper, diced
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1½ cups (300ml) barbecue sauce
- 1 cup (160g) fire roasted corn kernels, drained
- 1 (14oz) can black or pinto beans, drained
- 1 (8.5oz) package cornbread mix, plus ingredients listed
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
- Sliced jalapeños, for serving (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for serving (optional)
Preparation
- Place the beef, red bell pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, and barbecue sauce in the Extra Large Anyday Dish and stir to combine.
- Cover with the lid (knob lifted) and cook in the microwave for 6-7 minutes or until the meat is almost fully cooked. Add the corn and beans and stir to combine.
- Prepare the cornbread batter to package directions. Pour directly over the meat, gently smoothing out the batter to create a flat surface.
- Continue cooking in the microwave for 12-13 minutes, or until the cornbread is fluffy. If the cornbread is still wet in the center, add 30 seconds of cook time until cooked through.
- Serve warm with sour cream, jalapeños, and cilantro if desired.
Serving suggestions & tips
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Brush the cornbread topping with some honey for a salty-sweet take.
- Add chopped pickled jalapeños to the cornbread mixture for a spicy twist.
Recipe notes
- Prepare the meat filling up to 3 days in advance. When you’re ready to serve, reheat the meat filling for 3-5 minutes in the microwave prior to adding the cornbread batter.
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.
