Chili and Corn Pone
Chili and Corn Pone is a hearty, rustic dish from the American South that pairs a savory, spiced meat stew with a dense, baked or fried cornbread. The chili is typically made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and chili powder, while the corn pone is a simple, unleavened cornbread often shaped into oval patties. It's a comforting, filling meal that showcases the staple ingredients of Southern and Appalachian cuisine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates, protein, and fat, with the chili providing protein and fiber from beans, and the corn pone offering complex carbs. A typical serving provides a substantial calorie count, roughly between 500-700 kcal, along with key nutrients like iron, potassium, and B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 620 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 12 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
| Iron | 5.2 mg |
| Potassium | 780 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 IU |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Magnesium | 85 mg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 serving (about 1.5 cups chili + 1 corn pone, approx. 450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Corn pone is a traditional, often cornmeal-only bread that predates modern cornbread, reflecting the resourcefulness of early American settlers and Native American cooking. The combination with chili represents a fusion of hearty, one-pot cooking traditions that have sustained communities for generations.
