Mexican Corn Casserole

Bursting with bold flavors and creamy textures, this Mexican Corn Casserole is the ultimate side dish for family dinners, potlucks, and holiday feasts. A luscious blend of sweet corn kernels, creamy sour cream, melted butter, and savory shredded cheeses is elevated with the spicy kick of jalapeños, green chilies, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika. Topped with golden-baked cornbread mix for a fluffy, slightly crisp finish, this casserole is both indulgent and satisfying. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, it serves up to 8 and pairs perfectly with grilled meats, tacos, or a fresh salad. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and a hint of herbal freshness. Perfect for fans of comforting, Mexican-inspired recipes, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups corn kernels (frozen, fresh, or canned)
• 1 can creamed corn
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 8.5 ounces cornbread mix
• 1 piece jalapeños, finely diced
• 4 ounces green chilies (canned, diced)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, creamed corn, sour cream, and melted butter. Stir until well incorporated.

Step 3

Add the shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cornbread mix, diced jalapeños, green chilies, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly using a spatula.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2035 grams (2035.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4118

Total Fat 251.30g	322%
Saturated Fat 150.10g	751%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 655mg	218%
Sodium 7829mg	340%
Total Carbohydrate 386.10g	140%
Dietary Fiber 31.10g	111%
Total Sugars 126.10g
Protein 120.60g	241%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 2886mg	222%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 2235mg	48%

*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: 52.7%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 36.0%