Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 unit

pork chops or chicken breasts

cut into bite size pieces

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

onion

chopped

2 stalk

celery

sliced

29 oz

chicken broth

15 oz

great northern beans

drained

4 oz

diced green chilies

drained

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

minced

1 tbsp

chili powder

1 tbsp

ground cumin

0.25 unit

ground black pepper

10 oz

cornbread mix

4 tbsp

monterey jack cheese or cheddar cheese

shredded

Step 1
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a medium nonstick skillet.

Step 2
~5 min

Add chopped onion and sliced celery to the skillet.

Step 3
~5 min

Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring often.

Step 4
~5 min

Add bite-sized pork or chicken to the skillet.

Step 5
~5 min

Cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6
~5 min

Transfer the mixture to a 4-quart casserole dish.

Step 7
~5 min

Stir in chicken broth, drained great northern beans, drained diced green chilies, minced fresh cilantro, chili powder, ground cumin, and ground black pepper.

Step 8
~5 min

Cover the casserole dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9
~5 min

Prepare cornbread mix according to package directions.

Step 10
~5 min

Remove the chili from the oven.

Step 11
~5 min

Spoon cornbread batter evenly over the chili.

Step 12
~5 min

Return the casserole dish to the oven.

Step 13
~5 min

Bake for 25 minutes longer, or until the cornbread is golden brown.

Step 14
~5 min

Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese.

Step 15
~5 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust chili powder and cumin to your preferred spice level.

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving.

Use leftover cooked chicken or pork to speed up prep time.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Offer toppings like sour cream, avocado, and hot sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American Southwest

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple, often served at potlucks and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fall harvest celebrations
Game day gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Potluck
Game day
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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