Description
This One Skillet Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole is a sweet and savory comfort food classic, combining hearty sloppy joe filling with a cheesy cornbread topping. It’s all made in one skillet for an easy weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 15 oz sloppy joe sauce (or see notes for homemade version)
- 7 oz Martha White Sweet Yellow Cornbread muffin mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, onion, and bell pepper. Cook until beef is browned and vegetables are soft. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the sloppy joe sauce and let simmer for 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cornbread mix, milk, and egg. Stir in the shredded cheese.
- Pour the cornbread batter over the sloppy joe mixture in the skillet, spreading evenly.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Homemade Sloppy Joe Sauce: Combine 3/4 cup ketchup, 1/2 cup beef broth, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp mustard, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir into cooked beef mixture and proceed with recipe.
- Use an oven-safe skillet (like cast iron) for stovetop-to-oven cooking.
- This dish is great served with a green salad or steamed vegetables on the side.
