Our Most Popular Casserole Recipe Of 2024 So Far

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Southern Living Cornbread Cowboy Casserole in the skillet with a serving scooped out
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

It’s no secret that Southerners love casseroles. From a weeknight dinner to weekend entertaining, they’re versatile, easy to transport, and always filled with plenty of flavor. While there are hundreds of casserole recipes on Southernliving.com, one has risen to the top as the most popular of 2024 so far: Cornbread Cowboy Casserole.

Why We Love Cornbread Cowboy Casserole

It’s no surprise that our most popular casserole recipe of the year so far is none other than our Cornbread Cowboy Casserole. What’s better than a casserole? One that’s topped with cornbread, that’s for sure. Just underneath the cornbread layer you’ll find a layer of shredded pepper Jack, because casseroles just aren’t complete without a melty layer of cheese. And we can’t forget about the most important part of the casserole: the base.

Before adding the cheesy layer and cornbread topping, homemade chili serves as the base of the casserole. The chili starts with ground beef, onions, and plenty of spices before being beefed up with black beans, tomatoes, and frozen corn.

Aside from a delicious ingredient list, this casserole is also a fan-favorite because it’s easy to make. From start to finish, the casserole is ready to enjoy in just an hour. And for quick cleanup. it’s cooked up in one skillet that starts on the stovetop to cook the chili and is then moved to the oven to let the cornbread topping bake.

Southern Living Cornbread Cowboy Casserole after baking and ready to serve

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

What Reviewers Are Saying

Overall, reviewers have given Cornbread Cowboy Casserole a 4.7 out of 5 star rating. 

“My kitchen smelled great while it was cooking,” said one reviewer. “My husband loved it.”

Another summed up the casserole by saying, “This was so delicious and easy to make! I'm always looking for a hearty dinner, and I'll never say no to a cornbread topping.”

If you haven’t already, hopefully we’ve now convinced you it’s finally time to whip up our most popular casserole recipe of the year in your favorite cast-iron skillet. And don’t forget to leave a review of your own once you’ve enjoyed every last bite!

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