Hot Tamale Casserole

Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this irresistibly hearty Hot Tamale Casserole! Packed with bold Tex-Mex flavors, this comforting casserole layers seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, tender black beans, and sweet corn under a golden cornbread crust. A zesty combination of enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and a sprinkle of Mexican spices ensures every bite is bursting with excitement. Topped with melted shredded Mexican cheese and optional jalapeño slices for an extra kick, this easy-to-make dish bakes to perfection in just 40 minutes. Perfect for serving a crowd or enjoying as leftovers, this one-pan wonder is both flavorful and fuss-free. Don’t forget the finishing touch—a garnish of fresh cilantro to brighten each plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup red enchilada sauce
• 10 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 cup canned corn, drained
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tsp cumin
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 box cornbread mix
• 0 milk (as per cornbread mix instructions)
• 0 egg (as per cornbread mix instructions)
• 1.5 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 0 sliced jalapeños (optional)
• 0 fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine and heat through.

Step 5

Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to the instructions on the package, usually combining the mix with milk and egg.

Step 7

Spread the cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture in the casserole dish.

Step 8

Top the cornbread layer with shredded Mexican blend cheese, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

For added spice, place sliced jalapeños on top if desired.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through (a toothpick inserted into the cornbread should come out clean).

Step 11

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2460.4 grams (2460.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3394

Total Fat 153.60g	197%
Saturated Fat 68.50g	343%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 676mg	225%
Sodium 8587mg	373%
Total Carbohydrate 343.70g	125%
Dietary Fiber 36.00g	129%
Total Sugars 92.90g
Protein 170.00g	340%

Vitamin D 140IU	700%
Calcium 2268mg	174%
Iron 26mg	147%
Potassium 3917mg	83%

*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: 40.2%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 40.0%