Tex Mex Pot Pie Recipe

Craving comfort food with a Southwestern twist? This Tex-Mex Pot Pie recipe is a quick and easy 35-minute meal that's surprisingly delicious! Adapted from "The Spaghetti Sauce Gourmet," this recipe features a savory blend of seasoned ground beef (or soy crumbles for a vegetarian option), beans, and salsa, all topped with creamy polenta and melted cheddar cheese. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 286.1 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 4.4 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tex Mex Pot Pie

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How to Make Tex Mex Pot Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brown 1 lb ground beef (or 1 cup soy crumbles) in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed kidney beans, 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained), and 1 cup of your favorite salsa.
  4. Transfer the meat and bean mixture to a lightly greased 8-inch square baking pan.
  5. Prepare 2 cups of creamy polenta according to package directions. Once cooked, spread the polenta evenly over the meat mixture, overlapping if necessary to completely cover the surface.
  6. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the polenta.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

31g

Carbs

7g