This tamale pie is one of our absolute favorites! But it hasn’t been for very long! I was introduced to this dish through TikTok only about a year and a half ago. I saw it, I made it, and we all fell in love with it! After doing a few google searches, I discovered that it has been around for a long time, it was just never something that had been introduced into my life. Well, it is now, and I am ready to introduce it into yours! And keep in mind, this recipe feeds about 8-10 people, so if you do not like leftovers, or have a much smaller crowd to feed, it is very easy to cut it in half!
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Then, in a large bowl, you will mix two boxes of Jiffy corn muffin mix.
One cup of sour cream
2 cans of creamed corn
And 2 eggs
Mix together well and spread into a greased 11×13 baking dish.
Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until cooked through
While the cornbread is baking, brown 2 lbs of ground beef with a diced onion. Drain it, then add 2 packets of taco seasoning and 1 can of enchilada sauce.
Mix it together well. Let simmer for a few minutes or until it has thickened up.
When the cornbread is finished, use a fork to poke holes all throughout
Spread the taco meat mixture all over the top
Spread 2 cups of fresh grated sharp cheddar cheese and 1 cup of mozzarella on top. Put back in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
This is what the cheese should look like! Yummmm
I like to set out a variety of toppings so that everyone can have theirs exactly how they want. I will usually put out tomatoes, jalapenos, avocado,lettuce, sour cream, hot sauce, and Doritos. But the world is your oyster! Do whatever you like!
I hope you and your family enjoy this recipe as much as ours does!
Tamale Pie
Equipment
- 1 Skillet
- 1 11×13 Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 2 8.5 oz boxes Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
- 2 14.75 oz Canned Cream Corn
- 1 Cup Sour Cream
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Lbs Ground Beef Chicken or Turkey will work too
- 1 Yellow Onion, Diced
- 2 Packets Taco Seasoning
- 10 oz Can of Red Enchilada Sauce
- 2 Cups Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Cup Grated Mozzarella Cheese
- Any Desired Toppings Optional
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and grease an 11×13 baking dish2. In a large bowl, combine the Jiffy mix, the corn, sour cream and eggs3. Spread into the baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through4. While the cornbread is baking, brown the ground beef with the diced onion. Drain the grease, then add the taco seasoning and enchilada sauce. Mix well and let simmer for a few minutes until thickened up. 5. When the cornbread is finished, use a fork to poke holes in the top.6. Spread the meat mixture on Top with the cheese and put back in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly. 7. Serve hot and top with desired toppings. Enjoy!
Martha
It was very delicious. It was so easy to make. My son enjoyed it also.
Aly
This looks absolutely delicious! Do you think I could assemble ahead of time and wait to do the last bake until ready to serve?
cwilken
I think that should be perfectly fine! I probably wouldn’t put the meat mixture on until ready to bake though, so the cornbread doesn’t get soggy.
Tammy
Hi, If I cut this recipe in half what size baking dish would I use?
cwilken
Hi Tammy! I would probably go with an 8×8!
Ronnie Stephenson
I only have cans of whole corn, can I use those instead?
cwilken
Hi Ronnie,
Sorry for the late reply. I have never used the whole corn, but if you drain it, it should work!
Shawn
Very delicious, I only used 1/2 can of the enchilada sauce because it was spicy replaced the difference with water and it worked great.
cwilken
Shawn, thank you for your review! I love that you found a way to make it how you like it!
Ellen
This looks so delicious and I’m making it I know it’s going to be fabulous but there’s only two of us so I’m wondering if I can make a smaller version instead of a11 by 13 pan
cwilken
Absolutely! You can cut it in half or fourths even!
Turquiose Hollmon
I made this tonight and it was amazing my family who is very picky loved it they actually had seconds
cwilken
Nothing makes me happier than to hear things like this! Awesome 🙂
Carole Eatough
Hi! Is there any way you can make it with shredded chicken?
cwilken
Hi Carole,
I think it would be great with chicken!
Karen
Omg! Love this recipe! We try to make it every few weeks. We like to add Rotel and black beans to the meat mixture.
cwilken
Karen,
This is definitely a great recipe and I like your additions! Will have to try that myself!
Marie
Can you make your recipes so I can print them please?. I don’t see an option to print. Thanks
cwilken
Hi Marie! Thank you for your question. With this website being so new and me not being super tech savvy, that is a feature I am working on and hoping to have available soon! I appreciate your patience and hope you will continue to come back and I will be working diligently to get this feature added! I hope you have a wonderful day!
Vaughn
You’re my fav cook on here. You are very clear and dont make me dizzy when you make videos. Great style u have. My Fam Loved the crock pot chick. Thank u
cwilken
Thank you so much, that is very kind! Being so new to this, it is very encouraging to hear good feedback! I will continue to do my best. Have a great day!