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Chicken Tamale Casserole

Chicken Tamale Casserole

This Chicken Tamale Casserole combines the mouth-watering flavors of traditional tamales, making it a perfect weeknight meal that is both hearty and delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 oz canned green chiles
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
  • 1 cup fine cornmeal
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and shred the chicken using two forks.
  3. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with green chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together cornmeal and chicken broth until smooth; let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  5. Grease a baking dish and pour half of the cornmeal mixture as the base layer. Spread the chicken mixture evenly on top followed by half of the cheese. Pour the remaining cornmeal batter over everything and top with the remaining cheese.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 24gFat: 15g

Notes

This casserole can be customized with different proteins, such as turkey or beef, and can incorporate vegetables like black beans or corn for added flavor and texture.

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