Green Chile Tamale Pie

Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this Green Chile Tamale Pie, a hearty one-skillet dinner loaded with bold Southwestern flavors! Featuring a savory base of seasoned ground beef or turkey mixed with aromatic onions, garlic, zesty green chiles, and juicy tomatoes, this dish is crowned with a golden, tender cornbread topping that bakes to perfection. A melty layer of cheddar cheese ties it all together, creating a satisfying fusion of textures and tastes. With a quick 20-minute prep time and the convenience of being baked in a single skillet, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor and serve this tamale-inspired pie warm for a crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for fans of Mexican comfort food, cornbread casseroles, and green chile recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef or turkey
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 ounces Canned diced green chiles
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for topping)
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef or turkey. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced green chiles, diced tomatoes (with their juices), cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to slightly thicken. Remove from heat and spread the mixture evenly in the skillet.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat mixture.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate small bowl, mix together the milk, melted butter, and egg.

Step 7

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (do not overmix).

Step 8

Spoon the cornbread batter over the meat and cheese mixture in the skillet, spreading it evenly to cover the top.

Step 9

Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through (a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean).

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired, before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm, and enjoy this hearty and flavorful meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1758.6 grams (1758.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3215

Total Fat 183.30g	235%
Saturated Fat 83.40g	417%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.60g
Cholesterol 790mg	263%
Sodium 6250mg	272%
Total Carbohydrate 254.50g	93%
Dietary Fiber 29.40g	105%
Total Sugars 27.10g
Protein 144.40g	289%

Vitamin D 134IU	672%
Calcium 1365mg	105%
Iron 26mg	146%
Potassium 3068mg	65%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.8%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 31.4%