Chili Pot Pies with Cornbread Crust - an Easy Dinner Recipe that Everyone Loves. (2024)

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This Chili Pot Pie is served in an individual sized pot with a homemade cornbread crust. The perfect dinner idea for the family on a cold winter day.

The weather here is absolutely freezing right now! In fact, it’s actually way below freezing. We have been hiding under blankets and making so many of our favorite winter comfort foods. If you’re looking for more dinner recipes to warm your belly check out our Cheeseburger Soup, Crock Pot Pizza Casserole or Instant Pot Potato Soup.

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I made this tonight for dinner. It was delicious. I don't have individual ramekins, so I used a small casserole dish and a jiffy corn muffin mix for the topping. It is definitely going into my fall/winter meal rotation!

Chili Pot Pie

I love chili so much. It’s one of my favorite meals ever and it’s fun to try new ways to make it! Don’t you think these would also be really great for a Super Bowl party?

Chili Ingredients:

  • Ground Beef
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Kidney Beans
  • Chili Seasoning

Cornbread Ingredients:

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Cornmeal
  • Salt
  • Baking Soda
  • Buttermilk
  • Oil
  • Egg
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How To Make A Chili Pot Pie

The first thing to do when making this dish is cook the ground beef thoroughly. Drain it and add the beans, chili seasoning and tomato sauce. Easy so far, right?

To make the cornbread, mix the dry ingredients all together in one bowl, and the wet ingredients in a second bowl. Then, add the wet to the dry.

Get four ramekin dishes and spoon into each, one cup of chili and then half a cup of cornbread batter.

Bake for about 25 minutes and if you want, you can top with cheese and sour cream.

This recipe is for four people which is great for most families. If you need to make more, just double up the recipe.

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What To Eat With Chili Pot Pie

These are truly perfect on their own since you’re getting both the chili and the cornbread in one dish. However, I really like to serve it with corn on the cob! For a warm after dinner dessert try Caramel Apple Bread Pudding or Hot Chocolate Monkey Bread.

Stay warm!

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Chili Pot Pie with Cornbread Crust

A cozy Chili Pot Pie served in an individual-sized pot with a homemade cornbread crust. The perfect family friendly dinner on a cold winter day!

Servings: 4

Prep: 15 minutes mins

Cook: 25 minutes mins

Total: 40 minutes mins

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Ingredients

Chili Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 2 8oz cans tomato sauce
  • 1 15oz can kidney beans
  • 1 1.25oz packet of chili seasoning

Cornbread Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup cornmeal finely ground
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 2/3 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 egg

Toppings:

  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef and drain excess fat.

  • Add tomato sauce and kidney beans, undrained, and chili seasoning. Bring to a boil and then cover.

  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Mix all dry cornbread ingredients in a medium sized bowl.

  • Stir together wet ingredients and mix into the dry ingredients.

  • Spoon 1 cup of chili into four 9oz. ramekins. Spread 1/2 cup of the cornbread batter evenly over each ramekin, and place on a baking sheet.

  • Bake until cornbread in cooked all the way through, about 20-25 minutes.

  • Serve immediately with cheese and sour cream.

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Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 652kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 545mg | Potassium: 490mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 128IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 4mg

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FAQs

What is the secret to perfect chili? ›

Cook it long enough

Chili recipes need time for flavors to meld and come together, and collagen-rich meat (like chuck roast or ground beef) needs 90 minutes to two hours to fully break down and become tender. If you don't have time for a long simmer, try using a slow cooker or making it the day before.

Does cornbread go with chili? ›

cornbread

This is most commonly served with chili because you can never go wrong with a classic! The slightly sweet corn taste compliments chilis' spiciness. Plus, it is heavenly crumbled on top to scoop up with the beef and kidney beans. However, there are many different cornbread recipes to choose from.

What secret ingredient will deepen the flavor of your chili? ›

A cup of strong, brewed coffee will work wonders for your pot of chili, imparting a deep, roasted flavor that will make the chili taste like it simmered away all day long. For maximum flavor, reduce the coffee along with a blend of tomato paste, aromatic veggies and spices like we do in our Spicy Vegetarian Chili.

What not to put in chili? ›

Beans and non-vegetable fillers such as rice and pasta are not allowed." If that sounds a bit uptight, the ICS's Homestyle Chili competition defines chili as: "any kind of meat, or combination of meats, and/or vegetables cooked with beans, chili peppers, various spices, and other ingredients.

What does cornmeal do to chili? ›

Cornmeal does an excellent job of absorbing extra liquids so adding a tablespoon of it to the chili will thicken the final dish. Mix 2 parts of cold water and 1 part of cornmeal, make it a slurry, and add this to the pot. Allow it to simmer for about 10 minutes after you add the slurry.

What's the best bread to eat with chili? ›

If you're still stuck on what to eat chili with, why not go with a tried-and-true classic? Corn bread, that is! My family loves to eat Jiffy cornbread with chili, and I'm sure we're not alone.

What gives chili the most flavor? ›

If you want more of a smoky flavor, add cumin, Spanish paprika, ancho chili powder, or a combination. If you are looking for more heat, add cayenne, crushed red pepper, or Hungarian paprika. If it's too spicy add a little brown sugar and some sweet paprika.

Should I simmer chili with the lid on or off? ›

Chili can be cooked uncovered or covered, but both are preferable. Chili cooked uncovered will thicken and reduce in liquid, making it a more hearty dish. When covering your chili, you will keep the heat in and prevent it from boiling over.

Why do you put brown sugar in chili? ›

The real key to great chili however is brown sugar! In fact, brown sugar is what gives the chili a subtle sweetness you never even knew you were missing. With both subtly sweet tones and punches of heat, this Sweet and Spicy Chili, lives up to it's name, it truly is sweet and sassy!

Why would you put vinegar in chili? ›

With only about 1 tablespoon per pot added toward the end of the cooking process, the vinegar will make the flavors more vibrant without overwhelming the dish with its biting tang. Through just a splash, everything becomes a little brighter, and the chili's flavors are more balanced.

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