Description
Indulge in the flavors of the Southwest with this Irresistible Texas Tamale Pie Recipe, ready in just 45 minutes. This hearty dish combines savory ground beef, protein-packed black beans, and sweet corn, all enveloped in a spicy sauce and topped with a fluffy cornbread crust. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal. With customizable ingredients and easy cleanup, you’ll find that this tamale pie will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1–2 diced jalapeño peppers
- 2 cups red salsa
- 1 (10-ounce) can enchilada sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can rinsed black beans
- 1 (15-ounce) can drained corn
- 2 boxes Jiffy cornbread mix
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion, garlic, and jalapeños; sauté for about 4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chipotle chili powder, paprika, salt, cumin, and black pepper.
- Mix in red salsa and enchilada sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fold in black beans and corn; transfer to a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine cornbread mix, eggs, and milk until blended.
- Spread cornbread mixture over the filling; bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg