Chicken Tamale Casserole

Health score
10%
Chicken Tamale Casserole
45 min.
8
309kcal

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Are you looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than this delicious Chicken Tamale Casserole! Combining the classic flavors of tamales with the convenience of a casserole, this recipe captures the essence of comfort food in every bite.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that serves eight people, making it perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. With tender shredded chicken, creamy corn, and zesty green chiles, each layer is packed with savory goodness. The addition of corn muffin mix adds a delightful texture, while the cheesy topping provides a melty, satisfying finish that everyone will love.

This dish also caters to various dietary preferences, offering a lighter option with healthy ingredients like fat-free milk and sour cream. Whether you’re serving it as a main course, side dish, or even for lunch, this Chicken Tamale Casserole is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Plus, with only 309 calories per serving, you can indulge without feeling guilty!

Gather your ingredients and get ready to treat your taste buds to this enchanting fusion of flavors. It's not only a satisfying meal but also a great way to bring a little Mexican flair to your dining table. Trust us, once you try this recipe, you'll be adding it to your weekly rotation!

Ingredients

  • 14.8 ounce corn cream-style canned
  • ounce chilis green drained chopped canned
  • cups chicken shredded cooked
  • 8.5 ounce corn muffin mix white (such as Martha )
  • 0.3 cup egg substitute 
  • 0.3 cup skim milk fat-free
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 10 ounce enchilada sauce red canned (such as Old El Paso)
  • ounces cheddar cheese divided
  • 0.5 cup cream fat-free sour

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Combine 1/4 cup cheese and next 7 ingredients (through chiles) in a large bowl, stirring just until moist.
  3. Pour mixture into a 13 x 9inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  4. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes or until set. Pierce entire surface liberally with a fork; pour enchilada sauce over top. Top with chicken; sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
  5. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes or until cheese melts.
  6. Remove from oven; let stand 5 minutes.
  7. Cut into 8 pieces; top each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories309kcal
Protein22.3%
Fat29.9%
Carbs47.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.78
Glycemic Load
0.17
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.24000011838%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:308.63kcal
15.43%
Fat:10.36g
15.94%
Saturated Fat:4.02g
25.14%
Carbohydrates:37.27g
12.42%
Net Carbohydrates:33.8g
12.29%
Sugar:11.08g
12.31%
Cholesterol:41.92mg
13.97%
Sodium:898.13mg
39.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.39g
34.78%
Phosphorus:336.11mg
33.61%
Selenium:16.75µg
23.93%
Vitamin B3:4.42mg
22.09%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.2%
Folate:64.78µg
16.19%
Calcium:160.74mg
16.07%
Fiber:3.46g
13.85%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.06%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.65%
Iron:2.18mg
12.09%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.83%
Vitamin A:525.84IU
10.52%
Vitamin C:7.81mg
9.47%
Magnesium:32.33mg
8.08%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.87%
Potassium:268.96mg
7.68%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.46%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.18%
Copper:0.08mg
4.14%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.02%
Vitamin K:1.91µg
1.82%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.71%
Source:My Recipes