Delicious Chicken Tamale Pie Recipe

This Chicken Tamale Pie recipe is a delicious twist on traditional tamales. Made with a creamy chicken filling and a cornmeal crust, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners. It combines the flavors of tender chicken, corn, and spices, giving you a satisfying and comforting meal. The recipe is a crowd-pleaser and is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (4 ounces) green chilies, chopped
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and beaten egg. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chilies, chili powder, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, and frozen corn kernels. Stir to combine and cook for 5 minutes.
6. Pour the chicken mixture into the greased pie dish. Spread it evenly.
7. Pour the cornmeal mixture over the chicken filling. Smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cornmeal crust is golden brown and set.
9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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