This Paleo Cornbread Chili Pie is easy, super delicious, and hearty. A simple chili topped with a buttery, slightly sweet cornbread that all cooks together and makes one tasty casserole.
Chili and cornbread have always gone hand-in-hand for me so I thought a chili pie would be a super fun idea. It turned out so delicious, hearty and a meal I know I'll be making over and over. I have to give credit to my friend Jeannie for the chili recipe. I first saw the recipe on her site and made it so many times- especially those busy nights where I needed dinner quick. It's a delicious recipe on it's own and Whole30 using ingredients with no added sugar.
This paleo cornbread is slightly sweet and buttery- just like traditional cornbread. It actually contains no corn or cornmeal, but the texture is exactly the same. It pairs perfectly with the flavorful savory chili. Now this chili couldn't be easier! Meat+pasta sauce+salsa+chili powder....that's it! And it's so delicious! Of course check labels on the pasta sauce and salsa for hidden sugars and oils. I like DeLallo pasta sauce and Field Day Organic salsa- both are Whole30 compliant.
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You will love this chili pie because it is simple, satisfying, and a meal the whole family will love.
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Paleo Cornbread Chili Pie
Ingredients
Chili
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 16 oz jar salsa
- 1 24 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
Cornbread
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup coconut flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup melted ghee
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- ¼ cup honey
- 6 eggs room temperature
- 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325° and grease a 13x9 pan. Set aside.
- In a large pan, brown beef, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Once it is fully cooked, add the salsa, marinara sauce, and chili powder. Stir and let cook for 5-10 minutes.
- While the chili is simmering, make the cornbread.
- In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, salt, and baking soda. Mix well.
- Add the ghee, coconut oil, honey, eggs, and cashew milk. Stir well until mixture is well combined and no dry lumps remain.
- Pour chili in the 13x9 and spread it evenly.
- Scoop the cornbread mixture on top of the chili, spreading it out as much as possibly to completely cover it. It is best to work in small amounts to ensure even coverage.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the edges are slightly brown and the center is set.
Nutrition Information
Julie says
For the win! All my picky eaters loved it! This one’s a keeper!!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Julie! So glad it was a hit!
Emily says
Any chance I could double up on coconut oil and omit the ghee? My husband is allergic to ghee/dairy. Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Emily- yes, definitely!
Onaella says
Omg!! This is amazing! I think I have tried other recipes from your blog but definitely this one is a keeper....will have to try some more!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Onaella! I'm so glad you like it and hope you find more you like!
Jean says
I want to try this recipe but I'm allergic to cashews. Do you think rice milk will work just as well?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Jean- yes, definitely! Enjoy!
Onaella says
I used almond milk
Kate says
Just made this for my weekly meal prep for lunch! I made a big pan and cut it up into 8 servings with ~650 cals each. It feels totally indulgent but is actually on track for my goals!
One interesting note.... I thought I had eggs in the house but halfway through the recipe I realized I didn't! I didn't have time to run to the store, so I subbed 1.5 cups of pumpkin puree (freshly roasted, I had extra from a pumpkin soup recipe I was making simultaneously!) I was worried it would ruin it, but it actually turned out great!
I can't wait to eat this every day for lunch... and then try the REAL recipe again once I actually have eggs! Thanks for sharing so many delicious recipes. The buffalo chicken casserole has been my long-time favorite, but I want to start trying more of yours. This one definitely did not disappoint!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks for trying my recipe, Kate! I'm glad you found a solution to having no eggs- that sounds delicious! 🙂
You're welcome! Thanks for the great feedback and I'm so glad you like my recipes. I hope you find many more you enjoy!
Melissa says
Such a great recipe it was delicious! My husband was a big fan kept saying it tasted exactly like cornbread and chili
Jessica DeMay says
Thank you so much, Melissa! I am so glad your husband was pleased! Thank you for trying my recipe and for the great feedback!
Beth Lougee says
Hi Jessica! I have never in my life commented on a recipe online, but this paleo cornbread chili pie was so outstanding that I simply had to tell you how much my husband and I enjoyed it. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for sharing the recipe. And thank you for all of your amazing and easy to follow recipes! We are fairly new to paleo and Whole30, so your website has been a fantastic resource. 🙂
Jessica DeMay says
Thank you so much for the kind words, Beth! I'm so glad you enjoy this recipe and all my other recipes! You're welcome and thank you for taking the time to leave a comment- it really means a lot! 🙂
J+E | Real Simple Good says
We made this over the weekend and had to control ourselves from eating the whole pan in one sitting! It was so good, and we will definitely be making it again! 😀
J+E | Real Simple Good says
Ok, we've got this on the meal plan for next week, and cannot wait to try it!! It looks so hearty and delicious! 🙂
Jessica DeMay says
Yay! I think you'll both love it! Thanks for trying it 🙂
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Looks so hearty and comforting Jessica!! Perfect for the cooler weather!
Jessica DeMay says
Yes!! Thanks, Mary Ann!