{"id":66498,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-chicken-tamale-pie\/"},"modified":"2025-04-01T11:22:11","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T16:22:11","slug":"easy-chicken-tamale-pie","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-chicken-tamale-pie\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Tamale Pie"},"content":{"rendered":"
Chicken tamale pie is a slow-cooker hero dish for a hands-off dinner. The recipe makes use of some canned pantry staples with chili-and-cumin-spiced chicken to make the base for the tamale pie. A quick batch of cornbread batter added on top a few hours later bakes up into a tender “crust.” All you need is your favorite taco toppings for a hot meal that’s big on color and flavor.<\/p>\n
In a large skillet, cook the chicken over medium heat until it’s no longer pink, six to eight minutes, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.<\/p>\n
Transfer the cooked chicken to a 4-quart slow cooker. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, green onions and cilantro. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, six to eight hours.<\/p>\n
In a small bowl, combine the muffin mix and eggs, then spoon this over the chicken mixture. Cook, covered, on low until a toothpick inserted in the cornbread layer comes out clean, one hour to one hour and 30 minutes longer.<\/p>\n
Sprinkle the cornbread layer with cheese, then let it stand, covered, for five minutes. Serve with your desired toppings.<\/p>\n
Once it\u2019s cool, pack chicken tamale pie into airtight containers and store them in the refrigerator for up to five days.<\/p>\n You can freeze leftover chicken tamale pie in an airtight container for up to two months. Defrost it in the refrigerator, then reheat it in the microwave or in a covered casserole in the oven.<\/p>\n While you can absolutely prepare and freeze chicken tamale pie ahead of time, it\u2019s not hugely practical to do so because it would require the liner of your slow cooker to be taking up space in your freezer. Instead, follow the method in our chicken tamale casserole<\/a> for a very similar freezer-to-oven dish.<\/p>\n Absolutely. Cook the chicken using the saute function, then switch to the slow-cooker setting on an Instant Pot or any other multi-cooker.<\/p>\n A tomatillo-based enchilada sauce would be equally delicious in this chicken tamale pie, so use whichever you prefer.<\/p>\n If you\u2019d like a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with a pound of a plant-based meat substitute<\/a> or crumbled extra-firm tofu<\/a>.<\/p>\n Because everything in this slow-cooker casserole has a soft texture, it benefits from something fresh and bright alongside, like a 30-minute salad<\/a> you can put together as the pie finishes cooking. It also feels particularly appropriate to serve a slow-cooker meal with a homey, make-ahead dessert like brownies or coconutty magic bars<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Because it cooks almost entirely in the slow cooker and uses a boxed cornbread mix, this two-layer chicken tamale pie is an easy and mostly hands-off dinner.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2121466,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,306879,306883,306854,306849,305883,306910,307330,305271,304292,305487,303966,303887,306848,304268,307307,305383,305374,324623,304078,303883],"categories-v2":[308623,309854,309856,309608,309605,311532,309906,310369,311552,308988,308481,309216,308305,310796,308495,308478,309603,259483,310342,309391,309381,309177,308698,309004,308476],"coauthors":[343474],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Easy Key Lime 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I don't eat beef, so I was glad they used ground chicken. I cooked it for 10 hours in the crockpot, and it was fine. It took only 1 hour to cook the cornbread topping. I will be making this for my extended family.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-01-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Barbzilla"},"reviewBody":" I made this and it turned out great. I mixed the cornbread with two beaten eggs the as per the instructions but I did add 1\/4 cup milk and set the mode on high for one hour. After spreading the batter over the meat mixture place a paper towel over the crock before replacing the lid. This helps prevent soggy corn bread.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-03-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PrplMonky5"},"reviewBody":" I made this but put it in the oven and used ground turkey instead of chicken. It was all put in a 1.75QT pan. Because I used the oven, I basically made the topping using somewhere between 1\/3 and 1\/2 cup milk and 1 egg. I put the cheese on top of the meat and vegetable mix, then the cornbread mix on top. I put it in for about 25 minutes. Came out beautifully and tasted great! A+, we'll definitely make this again!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-10-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Judith712"},"reviewBody":"I made this and added some red pepper, garlic and half onion. My question is, am I suppose to omit the milk that my boxed cornbread says to add? It was good but thin crust on top.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tifball"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! However I did not use a slow cooker. I just baked in oven on 375 until the cornbread was done.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-06-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Butcher2boy"},"reviewBody":"My husband made this for the title said \"easy\". Which it was, but not flavorful. We missed the chili powder flavor in \"our recipe\". Grass-fed Black Angus Ground Chuck was used. When it was time to put the cornmeal in (we used homemade) there was a lot of liquid, so baked the cornbread in the oven. Sadly, it didn't make a great meal, but it was \"okay\" just wasn't our tastings.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-06-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest7885"},"reviewBody":"I gave the recipe only three stars because it is not likely to turn out well if it is cooked as written. I cooked it on high and made sure the meat mixture was bubbling when I put the cornbread batter on top. I used double the amount of spices. It's very good. It's just not good as it is written.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-11-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"danab1925"},"reviewBody":"Fabulous every time we have this for dinner. I have used both the crockpot and the oven with a 9x13 pan--never disappointed! My husband says that we can have this dish every week...it's that tasty!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-11-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Scrooge42"},"reviewBody":"My wife and I both thought this was delirious. I used ground beef rather than chicken, just 'cause. Will definitely make again and again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rena 55","givenName":"rena","familyName":"55"},"reviewBody":"Such a good and hearty meal!! And add to that, that this recipe uses mostly staple items and you have a winner! A good meal for this cold winter we have had since it warms you from the inside out!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"liketohike"},"reviewBody":"We really loved this and it was so easy. I did it on a day I was home from work, but I could see browning the meat the night before, then putting it all together in the morning and starting the cornbread part when I get home.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-02-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tommypoo"},"reviewBody":"I used ground venison instead. This is a wonderful healthy recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bunqui95"},"reviewBody":"Fast (prep time), easy and delicious! I made a couple of personal substitutions--Boca burger crumbles that I had on hand (I cut the cooker time by about half, I think), and a can of hominy for the corn. If you are what you eat, then I'm fast, cheap, and easy, and this fits that description wonderfully.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mariak024"},"reviewBody":"Loved this! Super easy and yummy.. especially the day after. I used diced tomatoes with green chiles for an extra kick. I think I'll throw in some jalapenos next time as well. I did sprinkle a layer of cheese before adding the cornbread mix (as suggested below) and it was delish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MichaelLewis"},"reviewBody":"After two hours on low the cornbread was a soupy mass floating on top. What is the secret to getting the cornbread to \"cook\"?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-04-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hbwt40"},"reviewBody":"This is oh so yummy! Great slow cooker recipe!!!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-03-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sbuffman"},"reviewBody":"So good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BeckySalmond"},"reviewBody":"I have made this three times and each time the cornbread topping is not done! Tonight after it cooking for 2 hrs and it was still not done I've taken if off - put it in a dish and its in the oven to finish cooking. Good recipe except for the cornbread topping - whats the secret????","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kshartman"},"reviewBody":"Same recipe on TOH but with beef.. Brown the meat and add the remaining ingredients on the stove and bring to a boil. Then place mixture in a 13x9 dish and top with two boxes of corn bread mix, use their mixing and cook instructions. Way faster than a slow cooker!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Armstras07"},"reviewBody":"Absolutely loved it. I actually did mine with beef. Added pace restaurant salsa as a garnish with sour cream. I can\u2019t get enough of it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sarahjo83"},"reviewBody":"So good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MissCourtni"},"reviewBody":"Well I'm impressed. I'm not a casserole type and don't use the slow cooker very often but I'll be making this more often. I think I'll also add a layer of cheese under the cornbread. Great idea!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rinshin"},"reviewBody":"This was certainly quick and easy recipe for lazy days of summer or any other times. Very good recipe, but I did have to up the spices a little more after tasting the dish throughout it's cooking time. 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Chicken Tamale Pie Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Chicken Tamale Pie<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze chicken tamale pie?<\/h3>\n
Can you prepare chicken tamale pie ahead of time?<\/h3>\n
Chicken Tamale Pie Tips<\/h2>\n
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Can you make tamale pie with chicken in an Instant Pot?<\/h3>\n
Can I use green enchilada sauce instead of red?<\/h3>\n
How do you make vegetarian tamale pie?<\/h3>\n
What can you serve with chicken tamale pie?<\/h3>\n