Best 7 Ciao Bella Chili Stuffed Corn Muffins Recipes

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**Indulge in a Flavorful Fusion: Ciao Bella Chili Stuffed Corn Muffins**

Embark on a culinary journey that harmoniously blends the comforting warmth of chili and the delightful sweetness of cornbread in our tantalizing Ciao Bella Chili Stuffed Corn Muffins. These muffins, bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, are a perfect appetizer, side dish, or even a satisfying meal on their own. Dive into the medley of zesty chili, tender cornbread, and gooey melted cheese, all nestled within a golden-brown muffin casing.

This article presents a collection of recipes that showcase the versatility of these delectable muffins. From the classic combination of beef chili to the vegetarian-friendly black bean chili, each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic chili stuffed corn muffin. Whether you prefer the bold flavors of traditional chili or the lighter, healthier alternative, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings.

So, prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure with our Ciao Bella Chili Stuffed Corn Muffins. With options ranging from mild to spicy, and from meat-based to plant-based, there's a recipe here for everyone to savor and enjoy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI STUFFED CORNBREAD MUFFINS



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Provided by Danae Halliday

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 cup finely ground cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup milk of choice
1/4 cup honey
1 egg + 1 egg white
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons plain non-fat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
1 - 1 1/2 cups prepared chili

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and spray a 12 cup muffin tin with cooking spray or parchment paper liners to prevent the muffins from sticking.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • In a smaller bowl whisk together the milk, honey, egg, egg white, oil, Greek yogurt, green onion and shredded cheese.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and fold together with a rubber spatula just until combined.
  • Scoop 1 1/2 tablespoons of the batter into each muffin cup.
  • Drop 1 tablespoon of the prepared chili into the center of the batter.
  • Top the chili with another 1 1/2 tablespoons of the cornbread batter.
  • Place the muffins on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 14-16 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the muffins cool for a couple minutes in the tin then remove them to finish cooling on a wire rack.

PIMENTO CHEESE-STUFFED CORN MUFFINS



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Freshly baked corn muffins and pimento cheese are hallmarks of the South. But instead of slathering our muffins with the creamy-sharp spread, we decided to stuff them with it. The cheesy center is a welcome surprise.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups shredded sharp yellow Cheddar (about 8 ounces), at room temperature
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
3 tablespoons finely chopped drained pimentos
2 tablespoons grated onion
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more for dusting
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Nonstick cooking spray, for coating the muffin tin
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg plus 1 yolk, lightly beaten together

Steps:

  • Stir together the Cheddar, cream cheese, pimentos, onion, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a mixing bowl until combined and creamy. Divide the cheese mixture into 12 heaping tablespoons and shape into balls. Chill the balls until firm and cold, about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Whisk together the buttermilk, butter and beaten egg and yolk in another medium bowl. Fold the egg mixture into the cornmeal mixture using a rubber spatula, mixing until a slightly lumpy batter just comes together.
  • Fill each prepared muffin tin cup about halfway full with some of the batter. Put a chilled cheese ball in each muffin cup, pushing down slightly so the batter swells up around the cheese. Top evenly with the remaining batter (each cheese ball will be completely covered) and dust lightly with cayenne. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes.

CARIBBEAN CHILI-STUFFED MUFFINS



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Provided by Eddie Jackson

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 to 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 26

Coconut oil, for browning the meat
8 ounces ground pork
8 ounces ground beef
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 habanero pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons chile powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon allspice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
Splash Worcestershire sauce
1 cup beef stock
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
2 mangoes, chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
Pinch of kosher salt
2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • For the chili: Set a large pan over medium-high heat and add some coconut oil. Add the pork, beef, garlic, habanero and onions and cook until the meat is brown, about 5 minutes. Season with the chile powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, allspice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add the tomatoes and a splash of Worcestershire sauce, bring to a simmer and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Add the beef stock and continue to simmer for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Add additional salt and pepper to adjust the seasoning if needed. Mix in the chopped cilantro and mangoes.
  • For the muffins: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Mix the butter, milk and eggs in another bowl and whisk until combined. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined; mix in the jalapenos.
  • Fill each cup of a 12-cup muffin pan halfway with the muffin batter. Place some of the chili mixture on top of the muffin batter in each cup. Finish by filling up each cup with some of the remaining muffin batter. Bake until golden brown, 15 to 25 minutes.

CHILI CORNMEAL MUFFINS



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Categories     Bread     Bake     Super Bowl     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Cornmeal     Corn     Hot Pepper     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 cup all purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter twelve 1/3-cup metal muffin cups. Melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add corn and chili powder. Sauté 3 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl. Mix in buttermilk, then eggs. Cool completely.
  • Whisk cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in large bowl to blend. Add buttermilk mixture; stir just until blended.
  • Divide batter among prepared muffin cups. Bake until tester inserted into center of muffins comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer muffins to rack. Cool slightly. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cool completely. Wrap in foil, seal in plastic bag and freeze. Rewarm muffins wrapped in foil in 350°F oven until heated through, about 8 minutes.)

CHEESY CHILI-CORNBREAD MUFFINS RECIPE



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Discover a new take on cornbread, our Cheesy Chili-Cornbread Muffins Recipe. This cornbread muffins recipe is simple to make thanks to corn muffin mix.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 28m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (7 oz.) corn muffin mix
1/3 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, drained
3 KRAFT 2% Milk Singles, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Mix muffin mix, milk and egg just until blended. Stir in chiles and 2% Milk Singles.
  • Spoon into 8 greased or paper-lined muffin cups.
  • Bake 16 to 18 min. or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

CHILI CORN MUFFINS



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Hot corn bread was one of my childhood favorites. This muffin version with a Southwest flavor that I devised is now my and my husband's favorite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
5 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 eggs
1-1/2 cups milk
2/3 cup canola oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and chili powder. In a small bowl, beat the eggs; add milk, oil, onion and chilies. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until muffins test done. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CIAO BELLA CHILI



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I know there are a ton of chili recipes out there but just had to share mine too. I'm proud of this chili as it's a creation all my own. This chili has a true beef flavor without a lot of heat. I like to taste what I'm eating not burn my mouth off...lol. So I hope you like my creation. I use beef broth usually but the last time...

Provided by Anna Sciancalepore Antoniello

Categories     Chili

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lb ground beef 85/15
1 medium onion, diced
2 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
1 1/2 Tbsp cumin
1 1/2 Tbsp paprika, sweet mild
2-3 dash(es) cayenne pepper or hot sauce
1 can(s) 14 oz dice tomatoes with juice
1 can(s) 14 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can(s) 28 oz bush's bold and spicy beans or spicy pinto beans
1 can(s) 6 oz tomato paste
6 c beef broth

Steps:

  • 1. In a large, deep skillet or dutch oven, sweat onions and brown ground beef; drain excess fat and return beef to skillet or dutch oven.
  • 2. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika and cayenne to ground beef and cook 2-3 minutes until aromatic.
  • 3. Add undraid tomatoes, drained and rinsed kidney beans, bold and spicy beans, tomato paste and beef broth.
  • 4. Allow to come to a simmer and simmer on low for about 45 minutes to 1 hour or until desired thickness.
  • 5. Serve with shredded cheddar, corn muffins and biscuits. Can also be served over rice. Add some sour cream if you like too.

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version of the chili stuffed corn muffins, use a plant-based chili or substitute cooked lentils or black beans.
  • To make the muffins ahead of time, prepare the batter and chili filling as directed. Fill the muffin cups and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and bake the muffins according to the recipe instructions.
  • For a crispy muffin top, brush the tops of the muffins with melted butter before baking.
  • Serve the chili stuffed corn muffins warm with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Ciao Bella Chili Stuffed Corn Muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With their tender, moist cornbread muffins and flavorful chili filling, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give Ciao Bella Chili Stuffed Corn Muffins a try - you won't be disappointed!

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