Our Most-Bookmarked Thanksgiving Recipe Is a True Showstopper

Even for seasoned Thanksgiving hosts, it’s rare that two Thanksgiving feasts turn out exactly the same. That’s because every year, after the post-turkey fatigue fades, you reflect on what worked, what didn’t quite hit the mark, and what wasn’t worth the time. Some recipes get saved in your treasured collection, while others are tossed aside. With each year, your spread only gets better.

Your search for the perfect new Thanksgiving side ends here. Why? Because we’ve got a family-favorite recipe that’s so reliable and delicious, it’s been saved more than any other Thanksgiving recipe out there.

What makes it even better? It’s super easy to make, using premade mixes and everyday canned ingredients that come together in a *flash* jiffy. With countless five-star reviews and ratings, this is the kind of recipe you’ll want to return to every Turkey Day from here on out.

Our Most-Bookmarked Thanksgiving Recipe

Our Most-Saved Thanksgiving Recipe Is a Timeless Comfort Food with a Flavorful Twist

Imagine a moist, tender cornbread baked in a 9x13 baking dish and served by the spoonful. With the addition of onions, peppers, and green chives, it takes on a southwestern flair, while dollops of sour cream create rich, tangy pockets of creaminess throughout.

This dish isn't as sweet as the usual corn casseroles you may have made, but its spicy, savory flavor perfectly balances the sweetness of the batter. And, to top it off, the whole casserole is finished with a beautiful, golden cheddar cheese crust that’s sure to catch everyone’s eye.

“My mother won an award many years ago with this recipe in the Arizona Republic newspaper. I think it’s delicious and stands out from other corn casseroles,” says recipe creator Janice Conley. “Everyone I know asks for this recipe, so I’m sharing it with everyone!”

This crowd-pleasing casserole comes together in just three easy steps, yet it’s guaranteed to earn just as many compliments as the more complicated, made-from-scratch dishes on the table. Simple yet spectacular, this is the “ultimate dish to bring to Thanksgiving!” praised user Denise Moffatt.

Tips for Making Our Jiffy Corn Casserole

Thanks to its simplicity, this casserole is easy to adapt to fit your family’s tastes. The level of heat can be adjusted depending on the type of green chiles you use, allowing you to make it as mild or spicy as you’d like. Many users choose to skip the pimentos and green peppers altogether.

1. “Toss in some crispy crumbled bacon and it’s absolute perfection,” suggested one Dinogo member.
2. Not a fan of sour cream? Feel free to skip it or substitute with ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt for a creamy alternative. Some users also prefer mixing the sour cream directly into the batter for richness in every bite.
3. One final reviewer tip: Drain the canned veggies before adding them to the batter to avoid a soggy casserole. Otherwise, this recipe is flawless without any modifications.

“I made this exactly as written and it was incredible,” said user silversky. “This one is definitely going into my recipe collection—I'll be making it again and again!” Go ahead, hit that save button. This is a tried-and-true Thanksgiving recipe you won’t want to swap out anytime soon.