Slow Cooker Tamale Pie

Slow Cooker Tamale Pie
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 hrs 10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    5 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    787

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of authentic tamales reimagined in this effortless slow cooker pie. A hearty, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers the essence of tamales without the intricate preparation.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    42 g
  • Cholesterol
    99 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    24 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    1057 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned (approximately 10 minutes). Drain off any excess grease. Transfer the browned beef to your slow cooker.

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Combine Base Ingredients: Add the drained and rinsed kidney beans, enchilada sauce, and garlic powder to the slow cooker with the beef. Stir to combine everything evenly.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare Cornbread Topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together the corn bread mix, milk, egg, and melted butter until just combined. Stir in the Cheddar cheese.

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04 Step

Recipe View 5 hrs Assemble and Cook: Spoon the corn bread mixture evenly over the beef and bean mixture in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for approximately 5 hours, or until the corn bread topping is cooked through and set.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño to the beef mixture.
Feel free to experiment with different types of beans, such as black beans or pinto beans.
Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped green onions, and diced tomatoes.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 262 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Dion Olson

    I doubled the recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor.

  • Iliana Goldner

    The cornbread topping was perfectly moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again!

  • Sabina Ondricka

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it, and it's so easy to customize with different toppings.

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