Delicious and Easy Mexican Corn Casserole Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Mexican Corn Casserole Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 22, 2023

Our Mexican Corn Casserole is the perfect blend of flavors, combining sweet corn, creamy cheese, and spicy peppers. This easy-to-make dish is great for potlucks, family dinners, or any occasion. It's a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups frozen corn
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup diced green chilies
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen corn, sour cream, mayonnaise, green chilies, red bell pepper, onion, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and golden brown on top.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  7. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro, if desired.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Mexican Corn Casserole is often served as a side dish with grilled meats or as a filling for tacos and burritos.
  • Corn is a staple ingredient in Mexican cuisine, and its sweet flavor adds a unique twist to this casserole.
  • You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of diced green chilies you use.