Corn Macque Choux Casserole Party Size

12-15 servings servings Prep: 15 m Cook: 50 m Total: 1 h 5 m Beginner
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Corn Macque Choux Casserole Party Size
This is a great party dish for entertaining—a Cajun twist on classic maque choux with cream corn, Rotel tomatoes, bell peppers, and optional crawfish tails baked into a comforting casserole that feeds a crowd. Perfect for potlucks, tailgates, or any time you need to bring something that’ll disappear fast.

Ingredients

12-15 servings servings
  • 2 (15 oz) cans cream corn
  • 1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 medium red pepper, chopped
  • 1 (10 oz) can Rotel Tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lb crawfish tails (optional)
  • garlic powder (optional)
  • onion powder (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the Rotel tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Microwave for 5 minutes to soften the vegetables.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the microwaved vegetable mixture with the cream corn, drained whole kernel corn, eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper. If using, add garlic powder and onion powder to taste. If desired, fold in the crawfish tails. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Spray a 13x9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray (like Pam). Pour the mixture into the prepared dish.
  5. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes at 400°F, until the casserole is set and forms together like a cake or quiche. The top should be lightly golden and the center should be firm when gently shaken.
  6. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Why is my casserole still soupy after baking?

A: Make sure you drained the whole kernel corn well, and that your oven is truly at 400°F. The casserole needs the full 45 minutes to set properly. If it's still loose, bake for another 5-10 minutes.

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: Yes! You can assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate it covered. Add about 10 extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

Tips and Techniques

If you’re adding crawfish tails, make sure to drain them well and pat dry with paper towels to avoid adding extra moisture. You can also substitute shrimp for the crawfish, or leave the seafood out entirely for a vegetarian version.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • crawfish tails: small shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Rotel tomatoes: 1 can diced tomatoes plus 1 small jalapeño, diced
  • cream corn: 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels blended with 1/2 cup heavy cream

Equipment Needed

  • 13x9-inch casserole dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Historical Context

Maque choux (pronounced “mock shoe”) is a traditional Cajun dish of smothered corn that likely has Native American origins. This casserole version makes it easy to serve a crowd without the constant stirring required for stovetop maque choux.