Chicken Tamale Pie: Easy Comfort Food for Your Family Nights
Enjoy a delicious and comforting Chicken Tamale Pie that will bring your family together for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 package cornbread mix
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and half of the cheese.
- Spread this mixture in a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, prepare the cornbread mix as per package instructions; stir in the egg and milk.
- Pour the cornbread mixture over the chicken mixture.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and return to the oven for another 5 minutes until melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
- Top with sour cream or avocado for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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