Description
Comforting chili pot pie with cornbread crust brings southwestern warmth to dinner tables, blending hearty flavors in one delightful dish. Spicy meat, beans, and aromatic spices nestle beneath a golden cornbread topping, promising a satisfying meal you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 8-ounce (226 grams) cans tomato sauce
- 1 15-ounce (425 grams) can kidney beans
- 1 1.25-ounce (35 grams) packet of chili seasoning
Cornbread Crust Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup finely ground cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 375°F, preparing for a golden-brown culinary creation.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, thoroughly brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbly pieces and carefully draining excess fat.
- Incorporate tomato sauce, beans, and seasonings into the meat, bringing the mixture to a vigorous boil, then reduce heat and allow to simmer for 10 minutes, developing rich flavors.
- Prepare cornbread batter by separately mixing dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another, then gently combining them—embracing a slightly lumpy texture.
- Distribute approximately 1 cup of chili into individual ramekins, meticulously topping each with ½ cup cornbread batter, ensuring even coverage across the chili base.
- Position ramekins on a baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven, baking for 20-25 minutes until the cornbread turns a gorgeous golden hue and passes the clean toothpick test.
- Remove from oven and personalize with optional garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños for an extra flavor kick.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting chili powder or adding diced jalapeños for extra spiciness without overwhelming the dish.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version that maintains the hearty flavor profile.
- Ensure even cornbread coverage by using an offset spatula to spread the batter smoothly across the chili surface, creating a perfect golden crust.
- Prepare ramekins with a light cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier, especially when serving individual portions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg