If tamale pie and stuffed peppers had a delicious little dinner baby, this would be it! Tex-Mex Cornbread Stuffed Peppers are hearty, cheesy, and full of bold flavor wrapped in a tidy little pepper package. They've got everything going for them, seasoned beef, sweet corn, tender onions, melty cheese, and a fluffy golden cornbread topping that bakes right in the pepper.
I made these on a Tuesday, but they felt like a Saturday night treat. Dan went back for thirds (yes, thirds)! This is one of those recipes that turns ordinary ingredients into something a little extra. Trust me, you're going to love it!
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What makes this recipe irresistible
These stuffed peppers take dinner to the next level because they're fun, filling, and just a little unexpected. The savory, taco-seasoned beef mixed with sweet corn and gooey cheese is already a win. But after crowning it with a layer of cornbread batter that puffs up in the oven like a little golden hat? Chef's kiss!
It's Tex-Mex comfort food in 3D, and it delivers flavor and texture in every single bite!
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card below for the exact measurements for this recipe.
Tex Mex Cornbread Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients
- 6 large bell peppers any color
- 8.5 ounce box cornbread mix like Jiffy
- 1 egg or as called for on your cornbread mix package
- ⅓ cup milk or as called for on your cornbread mix package
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet fajita seasoning mix
- 1 cup corn kernels can used frozen or canned
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese divided
- ½ cup diced onion
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- Cut off the tops, remove seeds and membranes, and set in the baking dish. Deseed and chop the tops of the peppers, set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, diced peppers and onions until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco/fajita seasoning and water per packet directions. Simmer as directed.
- Make the cornbread batter. In a medium mixing bowl, blend the cornbread mix with egg and milk. Stir in corn, 1 cup cheese. and the seasoned beef mixture.
- Stuff the peppers; spoon the meat into the peppers. Top the meat with the cornbread batter and sprinkle with the remaining ½ cup shredded cheese.
- Bake for 30-25 minutes until the cornbread is golden and set.
- Serve hot with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole on the side.
Notes
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Nutrition
Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Any 8.5 oz cornbread mix will work, but Jiffy is the classic go-to. It's sweet, fluffy, and always reliable.
Nope! Not when you use this recipe. The peppers cook at the cornbread bakes and they are soft and tender.
The peppers themselves freeze pretty well once baked. Let them cool completely, then wrap and freeze individually for an easy meal later on.
Deb's top tips
If one or two of your peppers won't stand upright in the baking dish, slice a thin layer off the bottom to flatten them. Just be careful not to cut all the way through. No more tipping, spilling, or lopsided peppers doing the Leaning Tower of Tex-Mex!
Related recipes
If you love these Tex-Mex vibes, then you've got to try my Tamale Pie Recipe. It's got a similar cornbread-meets-savory-filling situation going on, and it's always a hit. The Corn Casserole brings that sweet and smoky flavor you crave, with creamy goodness in every spoonful.
Or try the Cowboy Cornbread Casserole, juicy seasoned beef topped with sweet, fluffy cornbread. It's cozy comfort food made with easy, weeknight-ready ingredients!
Serving suggestions
These peppers are pretty much a meal in themselves, but if you want to round things out, start with chips and guacamole or a scoop of spicy salsa verde. A crisp green salad with avocado or ranch dressing makes a fresh, crunchy sidekick.
Spanish rice or cilantro lime rice is always a solid match. And if you're feeling fancy, top each pepper with a dollop of sour cream, extra shredded cheese, a few pickled jalapeños, or a drizzle of hot sauce to bring the whole plate together.
Oh, and don't forget the cocktail! This Mexican Martini is a must, right?!!
Wrapping it up
These Tex-Mex Cornbread Stuffed Peppers are the kind of dinner that makes people say "wow" before they even take a bite. They look fancy, taste amazing, and secretly couldn't be easier. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting Taco Tuesday with a twist, this is the dish that checks every box.
If these peppers are calling your name, go ahead and pin the recipe, share it with a fellow food lover, and leave a review down below. Your comments help more hungry folks find recipes they can count on-and that means the world to me! 🧡
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