Tex Mex Meatball Pie

Transform dinner into a festive celebration with this mouthwatering Tex Mex Meatball Pie, a bold fusion of comfort food and southwestern flair. Perfectly seasoned beef meatballs, mixed with taco seasoning and garlic powder, sit atop a flavorful base of black beans, corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, all nestled in a flaky pie crust. A generous layer of melted Mexican cheese blend ties it all together, creating a savory, cheesy delight that's as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Garnished with cool sour cream, fresh green onions, and optional cilantro, this unique dish is packed with vibrant textures and bold flavors. Ready in under an hour, this family-friendly recipe is an exciting alternative to taco night and makes for a crowd-pleasing addition to your Tex Mex repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1 eggs
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 0.5 cup frozen corn (thawed)
• 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies (drained)
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 prepared pie crust (refrigerated or homemade)
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, taco seasoning, egg, breadcrumbs, and garlic powder. Mix well using your hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Roll the meat mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have approximately 20-24 meatballs.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook them until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. You don’t need to cook them through as they will finish cooking in the oven.

Step 5

In another mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Stir to mix.

Step 6

Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, pressing it gently along the bottom and sides. Trim off any excess crust.

Step 7

Spread the bean and vegetable mixture evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.

Step 8

Arrange the browned meatballs on top of the filling, spacing them evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the meatballs and filling.

Step 10

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish the pie with sour cream, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro, if using.

Step 13

Slice into wedges and serve warm. Enjoy your Tex Mex Meatball Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1890.4 grams (1890.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4189

Total Fat 296.40g	380%
Saturated Fat 142.60g	713%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 1037mg	346%
Sodium 8045mg	350%
Total Carbohydrate 174.20g	63%
Dietary Fiber 27.10g	97%
Total Sugars 26.80g
Protein 230.30g	461%

Vitamin D 144IU	718%
Calcium 3851mg	296%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 2972mg	63%

*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: 62.2%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 16.3%