Description

This Loaded Cornbread Casserole is a savory and comforting dish combining classic cornbread mix with creamy sour cream, sweet cream-style corn, tangy green chilies, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions. Baked to golden perfection, it makes a perfect side dish or hearty main that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Customize with jalapeños or pepper jack cheese for an extra kick.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 package (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
1 cup sour cream
1 can (15 oz) cream-style corn
1 can (4 oz) green chilies, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon
1/2 cup diced green onions
2 eggs
1/4 cup melted butter
Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Ingredients for Heat

Diced jalapeños (to replace green chilies)
Pepper jack cheese (to replace cheddar cheese)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s fully heated and ready for baking the casserole.
Mix the Casserole Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, sour cream, cream-style corn, drained green chilies, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cooked bacon, diced green onions, eggs, melted butter, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top for a cheesy crust.
Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set properly and make slicing easier. Enjoy warm as a side or main dish.

Notes

For more heat, substitute the green chilies with diced jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar.
Ensure the bacon is fully cooked before adding to the mixture for best texture and flavor.
Greasing the casserole dish helps prevent sticking and aids in cleanup.
You can add extra vegetables like diced bell peppers or corn kernels for more texture.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cornbread casserole, loaded casserole, baked cornbread, cheesy cornbread, bacon cornbread casserole, easy side dish, comfort food