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The whole family will enjoy this one pan Chicken Tamale Casserole recipe!

Chicken Tamale Casserole

A delicious one pot Mexican meal with a cornbread base topped off with chicken and cheese.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 14 3/4 oz can creamed corn
  • 1 8.5 oz box corn muffin mix
  • 1 4.5 oz green chilies, diced
  • 1/4 c. sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1 Tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 c. Mexican blend cheese
  • 2 c. cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 10 oz can enchilada sauce
  • Sour cream and avocados for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine the creamed corn, corn muffin mix, green chilies, sour cream, egg, cumin, black pepper, salt, and half of the cheese. Mix well.
  • Pour the mixture into the pan and spread until smooth.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until it begins to brown.
  • Remove from oven and poke holes all over the surface of the cornbread.
  • In a medium bowl combine the cooked chicken and enchilada sauce. Pour over top of the cornbread.
  • Sprinkle the casserole with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  • Remove from oven and serve with sour cream and avocados.

Notes

Recipe adapted from The Girl Who Ate Everything