Pinto Bean and Chicken Tamale Pie

Name: Pinto Bean and Chicken Tamale Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Pinto beans', 'amount': '2 cups, cooked'}; {'ingredient': 'Cooked chicken', 'amount': '2 cups, shredded'}; {'ingredient': 'Canned diced tomatoes', 'amount': '1 can (14.5 oz)'}; {'ingredient': 'Green chilies', 'amount': '1 can (4 oz), diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Chili powder', 'amount': '2 teaspoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh cilantro', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish)'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggs', 'amount': '2, beaten'}; {'ingredient': 'Milk', 'amount': '1 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Cornbread mix', 'amount': '1 package (15 oz)'}; {'ingredient': 'Cheddar cheese', 'amount': '1 cup, shredded'}

Dive into the heart of comfort food with this Pinto Bean and Chicken Tamale Pie, a scrumptious dish that combines the rich flavors of shredded chicken and hearty pinto beans, layered beneath a fluffy cornbread topping. Infused with spices and topped with gooey cheddar cheese, this dish is reminiscent of traditional tamales, making it a delightful family favorite that warms the soul. This dish has roots in Mexican-American cuisine, where innovative cooks often combined elements of tamales with the ease of a casserole for a satisfying meal.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Pinto beans (2 cups, cooked)
Cooked chicken (2 cups, shredded)
Canned diced tomatoes (1 can (14.5 oz))
Green chilies (1 can (4 oz), diced)
Chili powder (2 teaspoons)
Cumin (1 teaspoon)
Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish))
Eggs (2, beaten)
Milk (1 cup)
Cornbread mix (1 package (15 oz))
Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, green chilies, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions by combining the cornbread mix, milk, and beaten eggs until just combined.
Transfer the chicken and bean mixture to a greased 9x13 baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
Pour the cornbread batter over the top of the chicken and bean mixture, using a spatula to spread it evenly to cover the entire surface.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through, with a toothpick inserted into the center coming out clean.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before garnishing with fresh cilantro.
Slice into squares and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious tamale pie!

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 4g

Pinto Bean and Chicken Tamale Pie

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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