For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a can of drained and rinsed black beans to the turkey filling. If you don't have self-rising flour, you can substitute it with all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon of baking powder. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream, fresh cilantro, or a drizzle of hot sauce for an added kick.
Turkey Tamale Pie
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS42
Transform leftover turkey into a vibrant and comforting masterpiece! This Turkey Tamale Pie boasts a delightful combination of savory turkey filling and a unique cornmeal-flour topping, offering the best of both worlds in tamale pie tradition. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's far from boring!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate41 g
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Cholesterol121 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein30 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium1404 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat18 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
02
StepHeat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and a large pinch of salt; sauté until translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add diced poblano peppers and red bell pepper; season with cumin, black pepper, and oregano. Cook and stir until peppers start to soften, about 2 minutes. Add chipotle peppers and adobo sauce; stir to combine. Remove from heat.
03
StepStir diced cooked turkey and ½ of the shredded Cheddar cheese into the pepper mixture. Add red enchilada sauce, chicken broth, and the remaining salt; stir well, then transfer the mixture to a 9x12-inch baking dish. Place the dish on a baking sheet.
04
StepIn a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, self-rising flour, white sugar, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Whisk in milk and eggs until a thin batter forms; spoon the batter evenly over the turkey filling. Scatter the remaining ½ of the shredded Cheddar cheese on top.
05
StepBake in the preheated oven until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 45 to 60 minutes.
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Kayley Cormier
Jun 17, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My family devoured it, and they usually turn their noses up at leftovers.
Krista Huel
Jun 13, 2025The chipotle peppers added just the right amount of heat. I'll definitely be making this again!
Jeff Yost
Jun 6, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the results were fantastic! I added a can of black beans for extra heartiness.
Kenya Kuhn
May 3, 2025I made this for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe!
Jaden Kutch
Apr 7, 2025A great way to spice up Thanksgiving leftovers! I will definitely make this again next year.
Jocelyn Sporer
Jan 19, 2025I loved the combination of the cornbread topping and the flavorful turkey filling. It was the perfect way to use up leftover turkey.
Evert Glover
Dec 26, 2024Delicious and easy to customize. I used ground turkey instead of leftover turkey, and it worked great.