Tamale Pie for the Crock Pot

Dive into the comfort of a hearty southern classic with this Tamale Pie for the Crock Pot, an easy-to-make fusion of bold Tex-Mex flavors and satisfying cornbread topping. This one-pot wonder combines tender ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and the warmth of chili powder and cumin, all layered beneath a golden, cheesy cornbread crust. Perfectly slow-cooked in your trusty crock pot, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor, making it an ideal set-it-and-forget-it meal for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Serve it warm for a crowd-pleasing dish that feels like a big hug on a plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 15 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
• 8 ounces tomato sauce, canned
• 1 cup yellow corn kernels, canned or frozen
• 0.5 cup sliced black olives, canned
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8.5 ounces cornbread mix
• 0.33 cup milk (for cornbread mix)
• 1 large egg (for cornbread mix)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat and transfer the beef to the crock pot.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the crock pot. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn kernels, sliced black olives, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are evenly mixed.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, prepare the cornbread mix according to package instructions by combining the cornbread mix, milk, and egg. Stir until just combined.

Step 5

Spread the cornbread mixture evenly over the beef and vegetable mixture in the crock pot. Smooth the top with a spatula if needed.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the cornbread mixture.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the cornbread topping is fully set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

When ready, scoop the tamale pie into bowls or plates and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2204.8 grams (2204.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3066

Total Fat 154.10g	198%
Saturated Fat 64.20g	321%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 610mg	203%
Sodium 8965mg	390%
Total Carbohydrate 296.80g	108%
Dietary Fiber 29.30g	105%
Total Sugars 90.50g
Protein 147.10g	294%

Vitamin D 81IU	405%
Calcium 1687mg	130%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 3974mg	85%

*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: 43.9%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 37.5%