Corn And Green Chili Tamale Casserole Recipe

Name: Corn And Green Chili Tamale Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 ounces frozen chicken tamales or 24 ounces beef tamales; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn, unthawed; 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, diced; 3 green onions, chopped; 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 cup whipping cream; 1 (7 ounce) can salsa verde; 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups monterey jack cheese, grated; 1 avocado, wedges (optional); salsa verde (optional)

Servings: persons

24 ounces frozen chicken tamales or 24 ounces beef tamales
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn, unthawed
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, diced
3 green onions, chopped
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup whipping cream
1 (7 ounce) can salsa verde
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups monterey jack cheese, grated
1 avocado, wedges (optional)
salsa verde (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
2
Place frozen tamales in microwave and cook on high until thawed, about 5 minutes.
3
Remove husks.
4
Cut tamales in half lengthwise.
5
Place in single layer in 10-inch-diameter glass pie dish.
6
Sprinkle with frozen corn, chilies, green onions and 1/2 cup cilantro.
7
Whisk cream, salsa verde, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper in medium bowl to blend; drizzle over casserole.
8
Sprinkle grated cheese over top.
9
Bake casserole until heated through and bubbling, about 35 minutes.
10
Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cilantro.
11
Serve with avocado and more salsa, if desired.

783

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 ounces frozen chicken tamales or 24 ounces beef tamales, 1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn, unthawed, 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, diced, 3 green onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Corn And Green Chili Tamale Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Corn And Green Chili Tamale Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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