🌽 Chicken Tamale Pie – Cheesy, Saucy & Cornbread-Topped Comfort
Chicken tamale pie is a cozy, flavor-packed dish made with tender shredded chicken, zesty sauce, and a cheesy cornbread topping that bakes up golden and satisfying.
Chicken Tamale Pie
Servings
6
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
35
minutesCalories
480
kcalThis one-dish Chicken Tamale Pie is everything you love about tamales — minus the work. A cheesy, cornbread-based bake that brings big flavor with minimal effort.
✅ Sweet & savory combo with a spicy kick
✅ Family-friendly and freezer-ready
✅ Made with pantry staples in under an hour
📌 Pin this for later and bake up comfort anytime!
Ingredients
1 box (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
1 egg
1/3 cup milk
1 can creamed corn
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1/2 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Make the Cornbread Base: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, mix cornbread mix, egg, milk, and creamed corn. Stir in 1/2 cup cheddar.
- Bake Base: Pour mixture into a greased 9x9 baking dish. Bake for 15–18 minutes until mostly set.
- Add Chicken Topping: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, salsa or enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Assemble & Finish: Poke holes into the cornbread with a fork. Spread chicken mixture on top and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Serve: Season to taste and serve hot.
Notes
- ✅ Use milk instead of cream for a lighter option
✅ Try with shredded mozzarella for a stretchier melt
✅ Add a splash of hot sauce or chili flakes for heat
✅ CLICK HERE to see which skillet we use for creamy one-pan dinners