Corn And Green Chili Tamale Casserole Recipe

A zesty twist on a classic! This Corn and Green Chili Tamale Casserole, inspired by a church cookbook, transforms frozen tamales into a bubbly, cheesy bake. The perfect comfort food, bursting with the flavors of corn, green chilies, and cilantro. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 516 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Corn And Green Chili Tamale Casserole

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How to Make Corn And Green Chili Tamale Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Thaw frozen tamales: Microwave on high for 5-7 minutes, or until thawed. Alternatively, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Remove husks from tamales.
  4. Cut tamales in half lengthwise.
  5. Arrange tamale halves in a single layer in a 10-inch diameter glass pie dish.
  6. Sprinkle evenly with frozen corn, green chilies, and green onions.
  7. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the chopped cilantro over the corn and chilies mixture.
  8. In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, salsa verde, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  9. Pour the cream mixture evenly over the tamales in the pie dish.
  10. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
  11. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cilantro over the casserole.
  13. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced avocado and extra salsa, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

123g

Carbs

7g