Best 11 Mexican Corn Bread Casserole With Turkey Recipes

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Mexican corn bread casserole with turkey is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. This casserole combines the flavors of sweet cornbread, savory turkey, and a creamy queso sauce to create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy dinner option or a dish to impress your guests, this Mexican corn bread casserole with turkey is sure to hit the spot!

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MEXICAN TURKEY CORN BREAD CASSEROLE



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A layer of succulent turkey with pasta to soak up the Mexican flavors under a moist, sweet corn-bread cheese topping. Serve with a salad for a complete meal.

Provided by dwheatley

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound ground turkey
¼ cup fat-free chicken broth
1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
2 ounces orzo pasta
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa, or to taste
1 (8.5 ounce) package dry corn muffin mix
1 (8.25 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir ground turkey in hot oil until turkey is browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir chicken broth and taco seasoning mix into turkey; cook and stir until liquid reduces and thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir orzo into turkey mixture, bring to a simmer, and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add salsa to turkey-orzo mixture, stir, and transfer mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Stir muffin mix, creamed corn, and milk together in a bowl. Spread corn mixture over turkey mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the casserole comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Spread Mexican cheese blend over the top of the casserole and bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1123.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

TURKEY, MUSHROOM AND CORN MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Rachael Ray's crowd-pleasing casserole is chock full of tender turkey, mushrooms and corn. Get the recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 medium poblano peppers, seeded and stemmed, chopped
1 cup chicken stock
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
A small handful fresh cilantro leaves, plus a few leaves for garnishing
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream or Mexican crema
2 tablespoons EVOO
3 tablespoons butter
12 ounces sliced button or crimini mushrooms
2 cups fresh (about 4 ears) or frozen and defrosted corn kernels
2 shallots or 1 small red onion, chopped
4 to 5 cups chopped cooked turkey meat
1 cup chicken stock
Six 8-inch flour tortillas
2 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar
1 1/2 cups shredded Manchego cheese

Steps:

  • For the sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the peppers with the stock, garlic, onions, cilantro and some salt and pepper, then puree. In a saucepot over medium heat, melt the butter, then whisk in the flour. Add the milk and cream and raise the heat a bit. Add the poblano puree and simmer to thicken and cook the sauce, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • For the casserole: Heat the EVOO in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add the butter and melt into the oil. Brown the mushrooms, about 10 minutes. Then add the corn and shallots, and cook to lightly brown the corn and soften the shallots, about 5 minutes more. Add the turkey and stock and heat through.
  • Char the tortillas over an open flame on a gas burner, or in dry skillet.
  • Layer half the turkey, mushrooms and corn in a casserole dish, and top with half the sauce, cheese and a shingled layer of 3 tortillas. Top the tortillas with the remaining turkey, mushrooms and corn, tortillas, sauce and cheese. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal, or bake to serve. Bake at 400 degrees F from room temperature until heated through and brown and bubbly.

MEXICAN CORN BREAD CASSEROLE WITH TURKEY



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Great low-fat Mexican corn bread casserole that's full of flavor. Garnish with more toppings like jalapenos, serrano peppers, and olives.

Provided by Jessica Delaney

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds ground turkey
1 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups salsa
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
1 ¼ cups milk
1 cup polenta
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup corn flour
3 tablespoons egg whites
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups shredded Mexican-style Cheddar cheese blend, divided
2 cups salsa

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add turkey, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir in the hot skillet until turkey is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups salsa, cumin, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Stir together.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Whisk milk, polenta, butter, corn flour, egg whites, and baking soda together in a bowl. Pour mixture into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Pour cooked ground turkey mixture over corn bread layer.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican-style Cheddar cheese blend on top. Continue baking until top is bubbling, 5 minutes more. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Top casserole with remaining 1/2 cup shredded Mexican-style cheese and 2 cups salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 121 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 1279.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

TURKEY CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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Prepared Betty Crocker cornbread & muffin mix is the perfect topper for this homey casserole made with ground turkey, salsa and enchilada sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 93%) ground turkey
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 jar (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
1 pouch (6.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ cornbread & muffin mix
Milk, butter and egg called for on cornbread mix pouch
1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese (2 oz)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch skillet, cook turkey and taco seasoning over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until turkey is no longer pink. Remove from heat. Stir in beans, salsa and enchilada sauce. Spoon mixture into casserole.
  • Make cornbread mix as directed on package, using milk, butter and egg. Stir cheese and cilantro into batter. Spread over turkey mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until cornbread is golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 42 g, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1590 mg

CORN BREAD TURKEY CASSEROLE



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Folks who love turkey and stuffing will appreciate the flavor and convenience of this golden casserole. "The recipe makes three pans, so you can enjoy one for dinner and freeze the other two for future meals," says Michelle Flynn of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 casseroles (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 packages (6 ounces each) crushed corn bread stuffing mix
11 cups cubed cooked turkey
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions. Add turkey and cheddar cheese. In a large bowl, combine soups and milk. In three greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, layer each with 1 cup turkey mixture and 1 cup soup mixture. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with Swiss cheese. , Cover and freeze two casseroles for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving. , To use frozen casseroles: Thaw each in the refrigerator. Let stand for 30 minutes at room temperature before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

MEXICAN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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I can't remember where I got this recipe but have had it for years. I always make this when I have cooked a big pot of pinto beans and ham. It's a nice change from your standard cornbread. My husband does not like cornbread or anything with cornmeal but always looks forward to me making this when we have beans. I have made it often and always get lots of compliments.

Provided by Anita Harris

Categories     Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 large onion, diced
1 -1 1/2 jalapeno pepper, diced fine
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1 can creamed corn
2 -3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Brown together the ground beef, onion and jalapeno pepper; drain well.
  • In a bowl mix together the cornbread ingredients.
  • Lightly spray a 13 x9 in baking dish with Pam.
  • Pour 1/2 of the cornbread mixture into prepared dish.
  • Top with the meat mixture then sprinkle on the cheese to cover.
  • Pour the remaining cornbread mixture on top.
  • Bake in a 350 degree preheated oven for 45 mins or until the top is lightly browned.

MEXICAN CASSEROLE WITH LEFTOVER TURKEY



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I made this Mexican turkey casserole for my family the day after Thanksgiving. They gobbled it up. Lol. It's a great change of pace from reheating leftovers, for those who love Mexican food.

Provided by Paige

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
3 cups shredded cooked turkey
2 cups salsa, divided
1 (15 ounce) can sweet corn, drained
1 cup water
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 cups cooked rice
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
3 cups crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, cumin, salt, and pepper. Saute until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add black beans, shredded turkey, 1 cup salsa, corn, water, and taco seasoning. Mix well. Cover and simmer until flavors meld, about 5 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix remaining 1 cup salsa with cooked rice and spread evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 10x15-inch baking pan. Pour turkey mixture over rice. Layer 1 cup Cheddar cheese over turkey mixture. Top with tortilla chips. Cover loosely with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil and top with remaining 1 cup Cheddar cheese. Continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 57.8 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 1306.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

MEXICAN CORN BREAD CASSEROLE



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This Mexican corn bread casserole is a delicious, cost-effective recipe to make and is really easy to throw together in a pinch. Serve with sour cream.

Provided by OBSIDIAN1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup frozen corn
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided, or more to taste
1 cup salsa
1 cup cornmeal
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup milk
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and red bell pepper; saute until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add ground beef, garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Mix corn into the beef mixture and toss to defrost, about 3 minutes. Drain and discard fat. Add about 1/4 of the shredded Mexican cheese blend and mix well. Pour meat sauce into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Cover meat with a thin layer of salsa.
  • Combine cornmeal, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Add milk and eggs; stir until well blended. Pour cornmeal mixture on top of salsa layer and top with remaining shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned on top, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 100.6 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 707.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

MEXICAN TURKEY CORN BREAD CASSEROLE



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A layer of succulent turkey with pasta to soak up the Mexican flavors under a moist, sweet corn-bread cheese topping. Serve with a salad for a complete meal.

Provided by dwheatley

Categories     Ground Turkey

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 pound ground turkey
¼ cup fat-free chicken broth
1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
2 ounces orzo pasta
1 (8 ounce) jar salsa, or to taste
1 (8.5 ounce) package dry corn muffin mix
1 (8.25 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir ground turkey in hot oil until turkey is browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir chicken broth and taco seasoning mix into turkey; cook and stir until liquid reduces and thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir orzo into turkey mixture, bring to a simmer, and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add salsa to turkey-orzo mixture, stir, and transfer mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Stir muffin mix, creamed corn, and milk together in a bowl. Spread corn mixture over turkey mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the casserole comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Spread Mexican cheese blend over the top of the casserole and bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1123.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

MEXICAN GROUND TURKEY CASSEROLE



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I threw this together the other night with ingredients I had and my husband said it needed to be added to the regular rotation! You could add beans to make it even heartier.

Provided by K Crosby

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 13x9 pan, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 lb ground turkey
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 cup salsa
4 ounces diced green chilies
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cooked white rice
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Brown turkey in olive oil with onions and garlic.
  • In a large bowl, mix browned turkey with next 6 ingredients.
  • Place in casserole dish and bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheddar cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.9, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 76.6, Sodium 536.6, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 20.4

MEXICAN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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My mother-in-law shared this recipe with me many years ago and it has been a HUGE hit with family, friends, and co-workers.

Provided by Capncrunch

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 9x13 casserole

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup yellow cornmeal
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup oil
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef (browned and drained)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1/2 onion (finely chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 F degrees.
  • Grease"9x13" baking dish.
  • In large bowl combine cornmeal, baking powder, salt, milk, cream style corn, flour, sugar, eggs, and oil; Stir till blended.
  • Layer:.
  • Mixture- 1/2.
  • Meat- 1/2.
  • Onion- 1/2.
  • Diced Green Chiles- 1/2.
  • Cheese- 1 cup.
  • Remaining Mixture- 1/2.
  • Remaining Meat- 1/2.
  • Remaining Onion- 1/2.
  • Remaining Diced Green Chiles- 1/2.
  • Cheese- 1 cup.
  • Bake@ 425 F degrees for 30 minutes till golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4028.1, Fat 223.9, SaturatedFat 91.1, Cholesterol 1002.9, Sodium 8340.6, Carbohydrate 322.4, Fiber 19.7, Sugar 47.9, Protein 193

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, preheat your oven to 400°F before baking the casserole. You can also sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top before baking for an extra golden crust.
  • If you don't have any leftover turkey, you can use cooked chicken or ground beef instead.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as diced bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

This Mexican corn bread casserole with turkey is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. The casserole is packed with flavor and texture, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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