Leftover Chili with Cornbread Topping
Transform your leftovers into a hearty and comforting meal with this Leftover Chili with Cornbread Topping recipe—a perfect solution for repurposing last night’s dinner! This casserole pairs flavorful, spiced chili with a golden, tender cornbread crust that’s delightfully easy to make. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-dish dinner features a simple homemade cornbread batter enhanced with optional shredded cheddar cheese for a cheesy twist. The chili forms a robust, saucy base, while the cornbread topping bakes to perfection, creating a dish that’s filling, flavorful, and family-friendly. Serve it warm and watch as everyone comes back for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is the ultimate comfort food your table needs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Leftover chili
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or similar-sized casserole dish.
Pour the leftover chili into the prepared dish, spreading it into an even layer.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until well blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
If using, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese for an extra cheesy topping.
Spoon the cornbread batter over the chili layer in the baking dish. Spread gently to cover the entire surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Scoop portions onto plates and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.8 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 477 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 6128 mg | 266% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 371.5 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.5 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | ||
| Protein | 112.2 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1059 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 3174 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
