Chili Chorizo Cornbread

This easy Chili Chorizo Cornbread recipe is moist, tender, and full of rich flavor. Made with sour cream, cream-style corn, green chiles, and savory chorizo, this savory cornbread bakes up hearty every time. Serve it with pinto beans, fresh green beans, or a cozy bowl of soup for the perfect comfort meal.

Easy Chili Chorizo Cornbread Recipe

Cornbread always sparks debate, especially in the South. Some insist “real” Southern cornbread has no flour, but that’s simply not true. Like most heirloom recipes, it comes down to how your family made it. Around here, Momma’s way is the right way.

Then there’s the sweet vs. savory argument. Honestly, both are delicious, and there’s no wrong way to enjoy cornbread. Whether it’s baked in a skillet, pan, or as muffins, it’s always a win.

The only dealbreaker? Dry cornbread, and we can all agree that’s a no. At its best, cornbread is simple, affordable, and incredibly versatile. It’s the perfect base for elevating dishes, like chili chorizo cornbread, into something special. No matter how you make it, cornbread remains a Southern staple and one of the region’s most beloved house breads.

Key ingredients you’ll need to make Chorizo Cornbread: (Scroll down for the full printable recipe card.)

• Chorizo – One half pound of chorizo sausage for a spicy flavor.
• Cornbread Mix – White self-rising cornmeal forms the base of the cornbread.
• Spices – Smoked paprika for a smoky flavor and garlic powder.
• Corn – Cream style corn gives the cornbread a tender crumb.
• Liquids – Sour cream plus whole milk or buttermilk and vegetable oil for moisture.
• Sugar – A small mount of granulated sugar (white sugar) balances the flavor without making it sweet.
• Cheese – Shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a melty cheesy taste.
• Whole Eggs – Large eggs stabilize the cornbread mixture.
• Chiles – Canned green  chiles for a hint of spice.
• Onion – Green onions for color and onion flavor.

How to Make Chili Chorizo Cornbread Recipe

• Heat Oven and Prepare Dish – Preheat the oven to 375°F. Butter a 9×9-inch baking dish.
• Sift Dry Ingredients – Whisk together the cornmeal, smoked paprika and garlic powder.
• Wet Ingredients – Combine with cream corn. sour cream, milk, vegetable oil, sugar, green chilies and eggs.
• Add Chorizo and Cheese – Stir in cooked and crumbled chorizo sausage, cheddar cheese, and green onions by hand.
• Transfer to Pan – Pour cornbread batter into the prepared dish and sprinkle the top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
• Oven – Bake per the baking time in the recipe OR until a toothpick inserted into the center show moist crumbs.
• Serve – Slice into squares and serve.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Chorizo Cornbread

• Large skillet to cook the chorizo.
• Large bowl.
• Balloon whisk.
• Measuring cups and measuring spoons.
• Knife and cutting board.
• Cheese grater.
• 9×9-inch baking dish, 10-inch cast iron skillet or any oven safe skillet.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Cornmeal – I’ve used both white self rising cornbread mix and classic yellow self rising cornbread mix in this recipe and both are delicious. You could also use a combination of the two.
• Green Chiles – The green chiles in this cornbread are canned and easily found in the Hispanic foods section of the grocery store. You can use hot or mild to your personal taste. You can also use fire roasted green chiles.
• Spices – You could add onion powder or use granulated garlic to amp up the flavor.
• Cheese – This cornbread can be made with pepper jack cheese, colby-jack, colby cheese or any other cheese that you have on hand. A sharp cheddar will hold up best to the robust flavor and spice of the chorizo.
• Sausage – You could make this recipe using spicy breakfast sausage or Italian sausage.

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Store leftover Chili Chorizo Cornbread chilled in an airtight container chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating – Reheat single servings gently in the microwave.
• Freezer – You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. thaw in the fridge and reheat just before serving.

More Southern Style Cornbread Recipes to Make

Cornbread comes in many shapes and forms the sky’s the limit with flavor variations and mix-ins. When you think of traditional cornbread although delicious, the texture isn’t quite as soft as this Chili Chorizo Cornbread. More cornbread recipes you may also like to try:

• Skillet Honey Cornbread is ideal for serving with soup, beans and chili.
• Stuffed Mexican Cornbread is practically a meal in itself.
• Cornbread Taco Bake made with spicy ground beef.
• Skillet Zucchini Cornbread is a delicious use for summer zucchini.
• Cornbread and Sausage Quiche is the best way to start the day.
• Easy Cornbread Casserole only takes 6 ingredients to make.
• Individual size Cornbread Muffins for game days and casual meals.
• Blueberry Cornbread from Recipe Girl.

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Helpful Kitchen Items:

• 9×9-inch Pan
• Measuring Set
• Mixing Bowls
• Skillet