Tamale Pie for Two Ww Core
Satisfy your cravings for comfort food with this flavorful Tamale Pie for Two, a WW Core-friendly dinner that’s perfectly portioned for a cozy night in. This recipe combines lean ground turkey, vibrant spices like chili powder and cumin, and a touch of diced green chilies for just the right kick. A golden, cheesy cornmeal topping made with skim milk and fat-free cheddar cheese ties the dish together, creating a hearty yet guilt-free casserole. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this savory tamale pie is ideal for those looking to enjoy a Weight Watchers-compliant meal without skimping on taste. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Ground turkey (93% lean)
- 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 7.5 oz Diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Canned green chilies, diced
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Cumin
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 2 tbsp Fat-free chicken broth
- 3 tbsp Cornmeal (fine)
- 0.25 cup Skim milk
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Baking powder
- 2 tbsp Shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
- 1 spray Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a small oven-safe casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, brown the ground turkey until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess liquid if necessary.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, skim milk, chicken broth, salt, and baking powder to form a smooth batter.
Pour the cornmeal batter evenly over the turkey mixture in the casserole dish, spreading gently to cover.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornmeal topping is golden and set.
Let the tamale pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your WW Core-friendly tamale pie warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.7 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 570 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 606 mg | 13% | |
*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.
