Turkey Tamale Casserole
Savor the bold flavors of the Southwest with this hearty Turkey Tamale Casserole, a delightful fusion of classic tamale-inspired taste and comforting casserole convenience. Featuring seasoned ground turkey simmered with diced tomatoes, green chilies, corn, and aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, this dish is crowned with a golden cornbread topping that's irresistibly moist and fluffy. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just under an hour and is finished with a glorious layer of melted cheddar cheese. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing weeknight meal or a festive dish for a potluck, this casserole is a flavorful, filling option sure to win everyone over. Pair with a side of avocado slices or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious! Keywords: turkey tamale casserole, easy casserole recipe, tamale-inspired dinner, cornbread topping, Southwestern dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 15-ounce can Tomato sauce
- 1 10-ounce can Diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 cup Frozen corn, thawed
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for cornbread batter)
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to coat the turkey evenly.
Stir in the tomato sauce, drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, and frozen corn. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Remove from heat and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the turkey mixture in the baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. In another small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vegetable oil.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
Spread the cornbread batter evenly over the turkey mixture and cheese in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 125.1 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 679 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 6979 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.6 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.5 g | ||
| Protein | 161.4 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1229 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 2018 mg | 43% | |
*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.
