Best 11 Southwestern Chicken Squash And Cornbread Casserole Recipes

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Craving a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the bold flavors of the Southwest with the warmth of classic comfort food? Look no further than the delectable southwestern chicken squash and cornbread casserole. This hearty casserole is brimming with tender chicken, roasted squash, and sweet corn, all enveloped in a creamy and flavorful sauce. Topped with a golden-brown cornbread crust, this casserole is a fiesta of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this southwestern masterpiece.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN, SQUASH, AND CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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Turn leftover chicken into a comforting casserole with "South-of-the Border" flair! Beautiful summer squash and zucchini, along with canned Southwest style corn and RO*TEL®, join with a queso-like sauce, and everything is covered with Mexican cornbread. Garnish with sour cream, or guacamole, or salsa, whatever your taste buds desire!

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup sliced yellow squash
3 scallions, sliced
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (15.25 ounce) can Southwest-style corn with poblano and red peppers, drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®), drained
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (13 ounce) can evaporated milk
2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 (6 ounce) package Mexican-style cornbread mix (such as Martha White®)
⅔ cup milk
1 egg
½ jalapeno, sliced crosswise, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 7x11-inch baking dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and yellow squash; cook, stirring frequently, until fork-tender, about 4 minutes. Stir in white and light green parts of scallions, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Set aside scallion tops for garnish.
  • Add drained corn, drained tomatoes, and chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid in the skillet has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the contents of the skillet into a large mixing bowl.
  • Pour evaporated milk into the same skillet. Toss Cheddar cheese with cornstarch and add to the skillet; stir frequently until cheese is melted and blended, about 2 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
  • Pour the cheese sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Combine cornbread mix, milk, and egg in a large bowl. Stir until smooth. Carefully pour over the casserole; the dish will be full. Dot with jalapeno slices.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cornbread is set and browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool slightly. Garnish with scallion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 117.7 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1269.4 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

CHICKEN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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I love this super easy chicken slow-cooker recipe because it tastes like Thanksgiving, but without all the hassle. It's such a hearty and delicious meal for the fall or winter season. -Nancy Barker, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups cubed cornbread
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
4 celery ribs, chopped (about 2 cups)
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place bread cubes on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until toasted. Cool on baking pan., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in cornbread, chicken, soups, broth and seasonings., Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 1657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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Treat your family to a cheesy Southwestern casserole dinner that features chicken, Progresso® beans, corn, Betty Crocker® muffin mix, Old El Paso® salsa and enchilada sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 medium onions, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green peppers, drained
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 pouches (6.5 oz each) Betty Crocker™ cornbread & muffin mix
1/3 cup milk
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (6 oz)
Sliced fresh jalapeño chiles, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8 (8-oz) individual baking dishes with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onions in oil 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • In large bowl, mix beans, corn, tomatoes, enchilada sauce and salsa. Stir in chicken, cilantro and onions. Spoon mixture into baking dishes.
  • In medium bowl, stir muffin mix, milk and eggs just until moistened. Spoon topping by heaping spoonfuls over chicken mixture.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is golden brown. Sprinkle with cheese blend. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Garnish with jalapeños.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447, Carbohydrate 54 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 868 mg

SOUTHERN CHICKEN-CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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There's down-home goodness in every bite of this sweet-and-savory casserole. The blend of cornbread and cream-style sweet corn adds a hearty and flavorful touch.

Provided by Arlene Cummings

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed (1 inch) cooked chicken breast
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 cup milk
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
3 green onions, chopped
1 pouch (6.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ cornbread & muffin mix
1 can (14.75 oz) cream style sweet corn
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix chicken, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, sour cream and milk. Season well with salt and pepper. Fold in cheese and green onions. Spoon mixture evenly into dish.
  • Make cornbread mix as directed on pouch, substituting cream style corn for the milk and adding the egg and melted butter. Spread evenly over chicken mixture.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of topping comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1 g

SOUTHWESTERN CASSEROLE



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I've been making this mild family-pleasing southwest casserole recipe for years. It tastes wonderful, fits nicely into our budget and, best of all, makes a second one to freeze and enjoy later. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni
2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in next 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Drain macaroni; stir into beef mixture., Preheat oven to 375°. Transfer macaroni mixture to 2 greased 2-qt. baking dishes. Top with cheese and jalapenos. Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and heated through, about 10 minutes longer. Serve 1 casserole. Cool the second; cover and freeze up to 3 months., To use frozen casserole: Thaw in refrigerator 8 hours. Preheat oven to 375°. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 673mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

PAULA DEEN'S CHICKEN, SQUASH & CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Paula Deen's Chicken, Squash & Cornbread Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
1 cup shredded carrot
1 (8 ounce) package sliced baby portabella mushrooms
1 onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
3 cups crumbled cornbread
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup crumbled biscuit
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, combine squash, carrot, mushrooms, onion and bell pepper. Add water to cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 10-12 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease a 3-quart casserole.
  • In a large bowl, combine squash mixture, chicken, cornbread, 2 cups cheese, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, biscuits, eggs, poultry seasoning, thyme and salt. Spoon mixture into prepared casserole.
  • Bake 45 minutes to 1 hours or until center is set.
  • Sprinkle evenly with remaining cheese and bake 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.8, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 122.4, Sodium 735.3, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.8, Protein 24.4

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN AND CORN BREAD SALAD



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This is a meal all by itself! It goes together in a snap using leftover cornbread and chicken.

Provided by Shirley

Categories     Salad

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup ranch dressing
½ cup salsa
6 stale corn bread muffins, coarsely crumbled
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup canned corn
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers (such as Ortega®)
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ cup diced bell pepper
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon
½ cup diced red onion
½ cup diced tomatoes
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix ranch dressing and salsa together in a small bowl.
  • Layer 1/2 of the corn bread crumbles, pinto beans, corn, green chile peppers, and olives in a large bowl; cover with 1/2 of the dressing mixture. Layer bell pepper, chicken, bacon, onion, and tomatoes over dressing. Top with remaining corn bread crumbles and dressing mixture. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors combine, 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 46.9 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1588.9 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN THIGH CASSEROLE



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Chicken and rice casserole with a mild Southwestern flair. This is very tasty served with sweet cornbread. I think it would also fare well in tortillas.

Provided by Pam Shultz

Categories     Chicken Casserole

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

nonstick cooking spray
3 cups chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 ⅓ cups whole grain brown rice
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
½ cup sour cream
½ cup salsa verde
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Heat chicken broth in a small pan over medium heat, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine black beans, corn, and rice in a large bowl. Add hot chicken broth, condensed soup, 1 cup pepper Jack cheese, sour cream, and salsa; stir to combine. Stir in chicken. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Top with remaining pepper Jack and bake until center is set, chicken is cooked through, and cheese is golden brown, 15 to 25 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.8 g, Cholesterol 117.6 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 1521.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

SOUTHWESTERN SUMMER SQUASH CASSEROLE



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A Southwestern turn on the basic baked squash casserole. Our pattypan squash came in like great guns this season, and I have deemed it the "Forrest Gump" of the squash community, due to its versatility--steamed, broiled, grilled, sauteed, stir-fried, baked, eaten raw ... well, you get the idea.

Provided by Kathie Johnson-Giuliani

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ear corn
2 pounds pattypan squash
1 ½ cups Southwestern-style frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 large onion, cut into chunks
1 jalapeno pepper, minced, or more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt-free Southwest chipotle seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash®)
1 serving cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 (9 ounce) package chorizo sausage
1 (16 ounce) package yellow corn tortilla chips, or as needed
2 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
½ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup evaporated milk
2 eggs, beaten
2 ½ teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium heat. Add corn, cover, and return to a boil. Cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain, remove kernels with a sharp knife, and discard cob.
  • While corn is cooking, remove stems from squash, cut into chunks, and remove and discard seeds.
  • Place corn, squash, mixed vegetables, onion, and jalapeno pepper into a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Add olive oil and seasoning blend, close the bag, and toss until vegetables are well coated.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chorizo in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on a paper-towel lined plate.
  • Meanwhile, arrange a single layer of chips in the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Crush remaining chips until you have 3 1/2 cups; set aside.
  • Combine 1 1/2 cups Mexican cheese, mayonnaise, evaporated milk, eggs, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until well combined. Stir in vegetables and toss well. Add 2 cups crushed chips and toss again until well mixed. Stir in cooked chorizo until blended, and pour into the pan on top of the chips.
  • Combine remaining 1 1/2 cups of chips with remaining 1 cup Mexican cheese in a small bowl. Sprinkle across top of casserole. Cover with aluminum foil and place pan on a rimmed baking sheet to catch drippings.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake until top is browning and bubbling, about 15 minutes more. Remove from the oven and let sit for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 561.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE



Southwest Chicken Cornbread Casserole image

Make and share this Southwest Chicken Cornbread Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mehethcox

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon corn or 1 tablespoon canola oil
6 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste)
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 cup self-rising cornmeal, mix
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/4 cup pickled sliced jalapeno (can be omitted or increased)

Steps:

  • Place corn oil in 13 x 9 casserole dish and place in cold oven. Preheat oven to 425 degree F.
  • use mallet to flatten chicken breasts to even thickness. If using large breasts cut into smaller serving size.
  • Mix next 7 ingredients (spices) and generously season the chicken breasts.
  • In a small bowl, mix cornmeal mix, buttermilk and egg.
  • Remove hot pan from oven and place chicken breast in hot pan.
  • Pour corn bread batter evenly over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle top with jalapeños if using then sprinkle cheese over top.
  • Place in oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.4, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 145.2, Sodium 913.8, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.4, Protein 39.5

SOUTHWEST SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Easy to prepare, this recipe is flavorful yet can pack a 'punch' if you choose. Squash tend to be mild but by adding diced green chiles (and jalapenos if you want spicier) it's a surprisingly tasty recipe. It pleases a lot of people and has become a favorite at family gatherings.

Provided by KARENVG

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds yellow squash, cut in 1/4 inch slices
2 sweet onions, quartered and separated
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup sour cream
¾ cup crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a large casserole dish. Arrange the squash, onions, and red bell pepper in the dish. Place in the microwave, and cook on High 10 minutes, stirring once, until tender.
  • Gently mix the mushrooms, green chile peppers, jalapeno peppers, cheese, and sour cream into the dish. Sprinkle with crushed tortilla chips. Cover dish, and cook in the microwave 10 minutes on Medium-high power, or until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 346.6 mg, Sugar 6 g

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful casserole, use roasted corn and poblano peppers. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the corn and peppers, and adds a smoky flavor to the dish.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large skillet or baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as zucchini, carrots, or bell peppers.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

This Southwestern Chicken, Squash, and Cornbread Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Plus, it is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.

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