Chipotle Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: Chipotle Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 lb lean ground turkey; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 chipotle chiles, chopped plus; 1 teaspoon adobo sauce, from can chipotle in adobo; 1 cup grated cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1 (8 1/2 ounce) package cornbread mix; 1 egg; 1/3 cup milk

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 chipotle chiles, chopped plus
1 teaspoon adobo sauce, from can chipotle in adobo
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 (8 1/2 ounce) package cornbread mix
1 egg
1/3 cup milk

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Grease an 8-inch baking dish with the butter and set it aside.
3
Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, the onions, green peppers, and garlic and cook until the turkey is no longer pink and is cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain off any excess fat and sprinkle the meat mixture with the cumin.
4
Add the beans, tomatoes, chiles and adobo sauce to the skillet and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until heated through and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove pan from the heat and stir in the cheese and cilantro.
5
Spread the turkey mixture in the prepared baking dish, pressing down on it with the back of a spoon to make an even, compact layer.
6
Combine the cornbread mix with milk and egg and spread the cornbread batter over the turkey mixture and bake until the cornbread is golden-brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let the tamale pie stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

577

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 lb lean ground turkey, 1 medium yellow onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Tamale Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chipotle Tamale Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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