Chicken Tamale Casserole Recipe

Name: Chicken Tamale Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mexican cheese preshredded 4-cheese, blend, divided; ⅓ cup milk no fat; 1/4 cup liquid egg substitute; 1 teaspoon cumin ground; ⅛ teaspoon sweet red bell peppers ground; 14 3/4 ounces creamed corn; 8.5 ounces corn muffin mix; 4 ounces green chili peppers drained; 1 x nonstick cooking spray; 10 ounces enchilada sauce; 2 cups chicken breasts shredded cooked; 1/2 cup sour cream, non-fat

Servings: persons

1 cup mexican cheese preshredded 4-cheese, blend, divided
⅓ cup milk no fat
1/4 cup liquid egg substitute
1 teaspoon cumin ground
⅛ teaspoon sweet red bell peppers ground
14 3/4 ounces creamed corn
8.5 ounces corn muffin mix
4 ounces green chili peppers drained
1 x nonstick cooking spray
10 ounces enchilada sauce
2 cups chicken breasts shredded cooked
1/2 cup sour cream, non-fat

1
Preheat oven to 400.
2
Combine 1/4 cup cheese and next 7 ingredients (through chiles) in a large bowl, stirring just until moist.
3
Pour mixture into a 13 x 9inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
4
Bake at 400 for 15 minutes or until set.
5
Pierce entire surface liberally with a fork; pour enchilada sauce over top.
6
Top with chicken; sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
7
Bake at 400 for 15 minutes or until cheese melts.
8
Remove from oven; let stand 5 minutes.
9
Cut into 8 pieces; top each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream.

829

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mexican cheese preshredded 4-cheese, blend, divided, ⅓ cup milk no fat, 1/4 cup liquid egg substitute, 1 teaspoon cumin ground, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tamale Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Tamale Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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