Green Chili Cornbread

Spice up your classic cornbread with this irresistible Green Chili Cornbread recipe! Featuring the perfect blend of heat, sweetness, and cheesy goodness, this dish combines roasted green chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, and optional sweet corn kernels for a moist, flavor-packed twist. With a quick 10-minute prep time and just 25 minutes in the oven, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, Southern-inspired spreads, or holiday feasts. Bake it to golden perfection in a cast-iron skillet or baking dish and serve warm to enjoy its fluffy texture and bold Southwestern flair. Whether paired with chili, barbecue, or enjoyed on its own, this green chili cornbread is sure to become a crowd favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 cup Green chilies (roasted and diced, canned or fresh)
• 0.5 cup Sweet corn kernels (optional, drained if canned)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or a medium cast-iron skillet.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until well incorporated.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, eggs, and melted butter until evenly blended.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, green chilies, and sweet corn kernels (if using). Make sure the mix-ins are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish or skillet, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cornbread to cool slightly for about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve warm for the best flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1038.8 grams (1038.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2340

Total Fat 92.40g	118%
Saturated Fat 50.70g	254%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 587mg	196%
Sodium 3517mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 322.70g	117%
Dietary Fiber 23.90g	85%
Total Sugars 50.00g
Protein 66.10g	132%

Vitamin D 201IU	1007%
Calcium 803mg	62%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1463mg	31%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.8%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 54.1%