Stove Top Tamale Pie Recipe

Craving comfort food but short on time? This Stove Top Tamale Pie is your answer! A delicious and easy one-dish meal ready in under an hour. Savory ground beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce, topped with fluffy cornbread and melted cheese – it's a family favorite that's surprisingly simple to make. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 710.8 kcal
Protein 76g
Rating 4.4 (118 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Stove Top Tamale Pie

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How to Make Stove Top Tamale Pie

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, drained kidney beans, water, and taco seasoning mix. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. Prepare corn muffin mix according to package directions, adding any necessary liquid.
  7. Pour the meat mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of cornbread batter evenly over the meat mixture.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions over the top.
  10. Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

84 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

72g

Carbs

20g