How to Make Chicken Tamale Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken tamale pie is a delicious and comforting dish that brings together the flavors and textures of a traditional tamale in pie form. This savory pie is loaded with tender chicken, spicy green chiles, creamy corn, and a generous layer of cornmeal masa, all baked until golden and bubbly. It's a perfect meal for family gatherings, potlucks, or just a cozy night in. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 1 cup green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt, divided
  • 2 tablespoons salsa
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cornbread mix
  • ⅓ cup water
  • ⅓ cup shredded pepperjack cheese
  • 5 pitted green olives, sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix chicken, green enchilada sauce, 1/2 cup yogurt, salsa, and coriander together in a bowl.
  • Combine cornbread mix, remaining 1/2 cup yogurt, and water in a bowl. Spread half of the cornbread mixture in the bottom of the dish. Spoon chicken mixture evenly on top. Sprinkle pepperjack cheese and green olives over chicken mixture. Spread remaining cornbread mixture on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    325 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 646mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 168mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 374mg