Tamale Pie

4.15 from 7 votes

Tamale Pie is seasoned ground beef on top of a cornbread crust, drenched in a bold enchilada sauce, and topped with cheese and tomatoes. This casserole recipe is an easy spin on tamales, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time20

Cook Time35

Total Time55

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: easy tamale pie, tamale pie

Servings:

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

1 box Jiffy cornbread mix
1 large egg
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup creamed corn
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
4 ounces diced green chilies
1 cup red enchilada sauce
1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
chopped tomatoes, (optional topping)
cilantro, (optional topping)
sliced jalapeños, (optional topping)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9-inch pie dish and set it aside.
Combine the cornbread mix, egg, sour cream, and creamed corn in a large bowl.
Pour the cornbread mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 10 minutes. (It won't be done completely, but it will bake more once you layer everything on).
While the cornbread bakes, prepare the ground beef. Cook over medium heat in a large skillet until no longer pink. Add the green chilies and seasonings. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
Poke holes in the cornbread, then pour the enchilada sauce on top and into the holes.
Add the beef mixture to the cornbread, then top with the shredded cheese.
Bake for 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Add additional toppings for serving if desired, and enjoy!

Notes

Originally Posted on April 15, 2019

Updated on October 17, 2023

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