Tamale Pie Casserole
Satisfy your cravings for Tex-Mex comfort food with this irresistible Tamale Pie Casserole! This hearty dish layers a zesty, protein-packed filling of ground beef, black beans, corn, and vibrant spices beneath a golden, fluffy cornbread topping. A touch of diced tomatoes with green chiles and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese bring bold flavors and gooey indulgence to every bite. Quick to assemble with just 20 minutes of prep time, this casserole bakes to perfection in under an hour, making it a family-friendly weeknight dinner option. Garnished with fresh green onions, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for casual meals, potlucks, or as leftovers to savor later, this easy Tamale Pie Casserole will quickly become a staple in your recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 box (approximately 8.5 ounces) cornbread mix
- 0.75 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for another 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
In a mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter by combining the cornbread mix, milk, egg, and vegetable oil. Stir until just combined.
Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the meat and cheese layer, spreading gently to cover.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. Let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve warm. Enjoy your Tamale Pie Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1068 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 702 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
