Spicy Buffalo Chicken Cornbread with Creamy Blue Cheese Salad
This Spicy Buffalo Chicken Cornbread with Creamy Blue Cheese Salad is the ultimate comfort food dish that combines the rich flavors of spicy buffalo chicken with the sweet and moist texture of cornbread. Topped off with a refreshing blue cheese salad and a burst of colors from fresh vegetables, this one-dish meal is perfect for gatherings or family dinners. The dish brings together gooey cheddar cheese and tangy blue cheese with a hint of red pepper for a savory explosion. Serve it warm, topped with a vibrant salad for a delightful crunch that complements the cornbread's softness. Ideal for football parties, potlucks, or a cozy night in, this dish will be a crowd-pleaser, inviting everyone to come back for seconds!
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Servings
400
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Large Egg
1 (beaten)
Milk
3/4 cup (whole)
Crisco Pure Olive Oil
2 tablespoons (measured)
Martha White Yellow Cornbread Mix
1 (6 1/2 ounce) package (dry mix)
Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 cup (shredded)
Crumbled Blue Cheese
1/2 cup (crumbled)
Frozen Boneless Buffalo-Style Chicken
2 cups (thawed and diced)
Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 teaspoon (dried)
Chopped Cilantro
2 tablespoons (fresh)
Iceberg Lettuce
1/2 small head (chopped)
Sliced Celery
1 cup (fresh)
Red Onion
1/2 (sliced)
More Crumbled Blue Cheese
1/2 cup (crumbled)
Bleu Cheese Salad Dressing
2/3 cup (bottled)
Diced Tomatoes
1/2 cup (fresh)
Chopped Cilantro
to garnish (fresh)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Grease a 10 1/2-inch Lodge cast iron skillet with no-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the cornbread.
3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and olive oil until well combined.
4
Add the cornbread mix, shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, diced buffalo-style chicken, red pepper flakes, and chopped cilantro. Mix until everything is evenly incorporated.
5
Pour the mixture into the prepared skillet, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7
Once baked, remove from the oven and let the cornbread cool slightly.
8
For the salad, in a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, sliced celery, sliced red onion, and the remaining 1/2 cup of blue cheese. Toss gently with the bleu cheese dressing until everything is coated.
9
To serve, cut the cornbread into 8 wedges. Plate each wedge, topping it generously with the blue cheese salad.
10
Garnish with diced tomatoes and additional chopped cilantro for a fresh finishing touch.
Nutrition Information
22.5
Fat
33.75
Carbs
15
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Buffalo Chicken Cornbread with Creamy Blue Cheese Salad?
It is a comfort food dish that combines spicy buffalo chicken with sweet and moist cornbread, topped with a fresh blue cheese salad.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
There are approximately 400 calories per serving.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
What type of skillet is recommended for this recipe?
A 10 1/2-inch Lodge cast iron skillet is recommended.
How long does the cornbread take to bake?
The cornbread takes between 20 to 30 minutes to bake until golden brown.
Which cornbread mix is used in this recipe?
The recipe specifies one 6 1/2 ounce package of Martha White Yellow Cornbread Mix.
What type of chicken should I use?
Use 2 cups of frozen boneless buffalo-style chicken that has been thawed and diced.
Does the recipe contain blue cheese?
Yes, it uses crumbled blue cheese both in the cornbread batter and as a topping in the salad.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 22.5 grams of fat.
What is the protein content of this meal?
This dish provides 15 grams of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 33.75 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What ingredients are in the blue cheese salad topping?
The salad consists of iceberg lettuce, sliced celery, red onion, crumbled blue cheese, and bleu cheese dressing.
How many servings does the recipe make?
The cornbread is designed to be cut into 8 wedges for serving.
What makes the cornbread spicy?
The spice comes from the buffalo-style chicken and the addition of dried red pepper flakes.
Is fresh cilantro used in this recipe?
Yes, fresh chopped cilantro is used both in the cornbread mixture and as a garnish.
What kind of oil is needed for the batter?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of Crisco Pure Olive Oil.
How do you test if the cornbread is done?
A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean when the cornbread is fully baked.
What type of cheese is shredded for the cornbread?
One cup of shredded cheddar cheese is mixed into the cornbread batter.
What are the suggested garnishes?
The dish is garnished with diced tomatoes and additional fresh chopped cilantro.
Can this be served at parties?
Yes, it is perfect for football parties, potlucks, or family dinners.
What type of lettuce is used in the salad?
The recipe uses 1/2 of a small head of iceberg lettuce, chopped.
How is the red onion prepared?
The red onion should be sliced before being added to the salad.
Is the chicken pre-cooked?
The recipe uses frozen buffalo-style chicken that is thawed and diced before being baked into the bread.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 16 total ingredients used in this recipe.
Is whole milk required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of whole milk for the cornbread batter.
How do you prevent the cornbread from sticking to the skillet?
Grease the skillet with no-stick cooking spray before pouring in the mixture.
Should the salad be mixed with the cornbread batter?
No, the salad is prepared separately and used as a topping for the baked cornbread wedges.
What type of celery is used?
One cup of fresh sliced celery is used to provide a delightful crunch to the salad.
Is the cornbread served warm or cold?
The cornbread should be served warm, topped with the refreshing blue cheese salad.
What dressing is recommended for the salad?
Use 2/3 cup of bottled bleu cheese salad dressing.