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February 20, 2017 · 115 Comments

Texas Tamale Pie

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 Texas Tamale Pie

One of my favorite recipes and everyone seems to love it, WIN WIN! We also have put a spin on the Texas tradition of serving tamales on Christmas Eve, and we serve Texas Tamale Pie instead. It’s fun and easy to make, and I hope you Love it!

In Texas we love tamales. Texas Tamale Pie is a spin on beef tamales. || Yellow Rose Life ||

 

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Things You’ll Need:

  • 9×13 casserole dish
  • 1/2 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
  • 4 ounces shredded  Sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

 

In Texas we love tamales. Texas Tamale Pie is a spin on beef tamales. || Yellow Rose Life ||  

In Texas we love tamales. Texas Tamale Pie is a spin on beef tamales. || Yellow Rose Life ||




 

Get Cooking!

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish (Corningware is my fav) with cooking spray. It will stick to your pan if you don’t!
  3. Cook ground beef in a skillet (Lodge Cast Iron is my fav) over medium-high heat until brown.
  4. Stir in poblano peppers, corn, salt, salsa, oregano, enchilada sauce, and chipotle powder; cook and stir until beef is crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. It will look liquidy, and that’s ok, the corn bread will soak it up while baking. 
  5. Mix both packages of corn bread mix in a large bowl with 2 eggs, 2/3 cup of milk, and brown sugar. Whisk to combine.
  6. Spread 1/2 the prepared corn bread mixture into the bottom of prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1/2 of both cheeses on top of corn bread mixture, then pour the beef mixture a top of that.
  7. Spoon the other 1/2 of the corn bread mix on top of the beef and carefully spread over the top with a spoon, leaving about half an inch from the edges of the pan. Then top with the rest of the shredded cheese.
  8. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven at 350 degrees F for 50-60 minutes.

 

     

 

 

In Texas we love tamales. Texas Tamale Pie is a spin on beef tamales. || Yellow Rose Life ||




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  1. Suzanne says

    March 19, 2025 at 1:35 am

    This looks so good! What a great combination of flavors!

    Reply
  2. Karen says

    October 12, 2024 at 6:05 pm

    I used my homemade cornbread recipe which I grind my own cornmeal and my own whole wheat flour. I was out of Chipotle so I used smoked paprika.

    Reply
  3. James D Back says

    May 2, 2024 at 7:49 pm

    I plan on making this but I’m not a great fan of jiffy corn bread mix. is it ok to use a standard cornmeal mix instead?

    Reply
    • BB says

      September 17, 2024 at 4:18 am

      Same here. Waaaay too sweet!

      Reply
  4. Katie Hackbart says

    April 25, 2024 at 1:22 pm

    This was delicious!!! I only used 1 pound of hamburger. And I should have pulled mine out after about 30 minutes. I checked it at 45 minutes and it was a little “over done” but it was absolutely delicious!!! My 11 year old son liked it and that says it all because he is a picky eater. Will definitely make again. I never usually kept jiffy mix on hand, but that would definitely be something I will start keeping simply to make this as a last minute supper need.

    Reply
  5. Julia Houston says

    April 6, 2024 at 1:21 am

    We made this tonight for dinner— we LOVED it… only change in original recipe was I used 1 large poblano pepper which yielded about 1 1/8 cups of pepper— it tasted perfect!!!
    Will definitely make this again!
    Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  6. Hannah says

    June 19, 2023 at 2:53 am

    Hi, I made the recipe and I love it! I just had one question, how long can I store it in the fridge?

    Thank you!

    Reply
  7. Mary Ellen says

    June 15, 2023 at 12:50 am

    This was delicious!
    Lost count of how many helpings we had. ????
    I did scale back just a tad on Chipotle chili powder and used just one Poblano, (I’m kind of a light-weight).
    It still had a nice smoky flavor but next time I’ll bump the heat up a little.

    Reply
  8. Sharon Rankin says

    April 12, 2023 at 7:38 pm

    This sounds so delicious! I am thinking of making it for a Girls Night party. Can I make it the day before, refrigerate it, then bake the next day? Or, would it be better to bake it and reheat the day of the dinner? Thanks for the help!????

    Reply
  9. Paige says

    December 22, 2022 at 7:51 pm

    Can you make this a day ahead?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      December 31, 2022 at 10:52 pm

      I think that would be a great idea!

      Reply
    • Patsy says

      January 5, 2023 at 11:01 pm

      Mines still in the oven! I used your recipe except I didn’t have the Pablo Peppers! I used green Peppers and a can of chili peppers! It still tasted great! We’ll see! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    • Becky VanSpronsen says

      July 13, 2023 at 10:31 pm

      Amazing!!!!! I followed the recipe exactly as printed. Everyone is the family requests that I make it again!!! Thank you for the recipe!!!!

      Reply
  10. Roxanne Myers says

    December 15, 2022 at 5:18 am

    This is one of my favorite fall and winter recipes! I am unable to find poblano chilies in my local market so I substitute diced Ortega chilies and add a can of black beans. I’m making this recipe tonight so I can gift it tomorrow to a coworker from her secret Santa.

    Reply
    • Linn says

      June 29, 2023 at 10:55 pm

      That is so sweet. I never thought about gifting food around Christmas. Such a thoughtful idea. ????

      Reply
  11. Chris says

    June 30, 2022 at 4:05 am

    Made this tonight for friends and everyone loved. One friend even took some home. I did add a can of black beans.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 30, 2022 at 6:09 pm

      Awesome!

      Reply
  12. Sherry Geers says

    April 26, 2022 at 8:17 pm

    i GOT MINE FROM RADA CUTLERY AND USE IT ALL THE TIME. IT REALLY BREAKS UP HAMBURG WHEN COOKING.

    Reply
  13. Kendra says

    March 13, 2022 at 2:08 am

    Ahhh success. Husband, teenager and toddler approved. Moving this to the rotation. 😁 thanks!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 13, 2022 at 3:17 am

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  14. Kristin says

    May 19, 2021 at 1:38 am

    This is so delicious 😋
    We eat it w Mexican Street Corn (also a Pinterest recipe). The hot & cold pair perfectly.

    Reply
  15. Rita says

    February 6, 2021 at 11:13 pm

    Second time making this casserole everybody loved it

    Reply
  16. Lisa says

    January 4, 2021 at 7:30 pm

    Very good recipe. I used ground turkey, chipotle salsa and a can of green chili’s instead of pablono peppers (because that’s what I had) . I also used a small can of cream corn in the cornbread mix with a little less milk. Turned out great and will be making again

    Reply
  17. Rhonda says

    September 23, 2020 at 12:49 am

    If you measured a box of Jiffy, how much would it be in a cup measurement? I would prefer to use Martha White rather than the box mix and just wondered how much cornmeal to use.

    Reply
  18. Patti says

    September 10, 2020 at 10:31 pm

    This looks and sounds really delicious! And I love reading the many comments and how everyone loves it!
    I do have a question. So although you put the cornbread on the bottom, it looks like as it bakes the cornbread rises up to the top and meshes with the cheese. Is that what I am seeing? I can’t wait to make this!
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      September 14, 2020 at 2:18 am

      You a actually split the corn bread in two! Half on bottom (spread it around with a spoon) and half on top (spread it the same way) and it’s amazing!!

      Reply
  19. Kristin says

    August 30, 2020 at 1:18 am

    This was so delicious. We gobbled up 2 bowls each. I paired it w Elote dip & it was like its perfect match.
    I know it’s a hit when I hear ‘I can’t wait to eat this again tomorrow!’
    Thanks for sharing this keeper 😋

    Reply
    • Laura says

      September 10, 2020 at 11:22 am

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  20. Casey says

    August 26, 2020 at 4:15 am

    I cook new recipes all the time and my husband almost always likes what I make and I tried this for the first time tonight and he said this was one of the top 3 best things I’ve ever cooked him. I was heavy handed on the cheese but otherwise followed directions to a tee. I’ll be saving this in my rotation!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      August 27, 2020 at 8:00 pm

      Sooo glad to hear that!!! 🥰

      Reply
  21. Susan says

    August 25, 2020 at 1:37 pm

    I made this yesterday with chicken, and hands down, it is one of the BEST casseroles ever!!!! The contrast of the sweet corn bread with the smoky mild heat from the peppers is fantastic!
    Definitely a keeper. Thanks for sharing it!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      August 27, 2020 at 8:00 pm

      You’re very welcome!

      Reply
  22. Angie says

    August 11, 2020 at 1:12 pm

    I have made this recipe several ways and it always turns out delish!!!
    It’s easy and it’s fun to make, because everyone loves it, no matter what I put in it, or leave out.

    Reply
  23. Jeannine Whatley says

    June 23, 2020 at 3:38 pm

    Can I use Green Enchilada Sauce with the ground beef instead of the Red?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 24, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      Sure! I don’t see why not!

      Reply
      • Jeannine Whatley says

        June 24, 2020 at 4:35 pm

        Thank you.
        Also, I’ve noticed several of the ladies mention not liking Jalapeno pepper. Either they aren’t reading your recipe right o they are confusing Poblano for Jalapeno..
        You say Poblano peppers, not Jalapeno
        Frankly, I love Jalapenos!

        Reply
        • Laura says

          June 25, 2020 at 8:28 pm

          Me too! I love both!

          Reply
  24. Megan says

    June 6, 2020 at 8:07 pm

    This is a big hit! Love how easy it is to make. It’s a satisfying meal with deep flavor. Will definitely add this to our list of favorites.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 16, 2020 at 4:46 pm

      Yeah! I’m so glad!

      Reply
  25. Sara says

    June 1, 2020 at 1:11 am

    We really enjoyed this meal. I used shreaded chicken in place of beef and left out the extra sugar. My son had 4 helpings.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 16, 2020 at 4:46 pm

      Love that!

      Reply
  26. Becky Payne says

    May 25, 2020 at 1:14 am

    I made this tonight for dinner. It was OK. I thought it would be so much better. The rest of the family really liked it though so I was glad for that! Thanks.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 25, 2020 at 1:15 am

      I’m so sorry you didn’t like it! I’m glad others did though!

      Reply
  27. Dana says

    May 20, 2020 at 10:52 pm

    My 2nd time to make this ! Hope it is as yummy as it was the first time!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 21, 2020 at 3:02 am

      Me too!

      Reply
  28. Cheryl says

    May 15, 2020 at 8:55 pm

    Loved this Texas Tamale Pie, but I was baking in a cast iron skillet so I used 2/3 of a 20 oz can of the red sauce so it didn’t dry out. Only modification. My family loved it. Will definitely make again!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 21, 2020 at 3:02 am

      That’s awesome!

      Reply
  29. Granny Jean says

    March 1, 2020 at 4:20 am

    I have been making something similar to this for several years. I use Ranch Style beans (rinsed) instead of Corn in the filling. Then I make the Cornbread with a can of Cream Corn instead of as much milk normally called for in recipe. Trying to keep the Cornbread the same consistency as the Cornbread according to the instructions.
    Only thing I don’t understand is add brown sugar to the Cornbread? Jiffy is already quite sweet. If using plain Cornbread mix, I would use the Brown Sugar for sweetness.
    Thanks for posting. Helped to remind me that my husband loves this Casserole and I haven’t made it in months.

    Reply
    • Jan says

      May 2, 2020 at 9:09 pm

      Making this for the 3rd time tonight! We love it. I don’t change a thing….except perhaps a little more cheese!😉 Thanks for the recipe. Love your site!

      Reply
      • Laura says

        May 21, 2020 at 3:01 am

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
  30. Norma says

    February 12, 2020 at 6:07 pm

    This looks delicious! I have always have self rising buttermilk corn-meal mix on hand. How would I substitute it for the jiffy mix? Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Chris says

      March 6, 2020 at 9:19 am

      17 oz self rising cornmeal sound about right, That’s all jeffy is self rising cornmeal though there may also be flour mixed in to? Better stick to the recipe as written. Jiffy is cheap to buy.

      Reply
  31. Sunshine says

    November 17, 2019 at 6:40 pm

    Hi just saw this
    And wanted to know
    If this can be frozen

    Reply
    • Laura says

      November 28, 2019 at 9:45 pm

      Yes!!! I put it all together, then freeze before cooking. Then when you are ready to cook, take out of the freezer and go straight to the oven. Just add about 30 minutes to cooking time.

      Reply
  32. Heather says

    October 23, 2019 at 7:59 pm

    I miss tamales SO much since I moved away from South TX (RGV)!!!! Sure do wish this was printable!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      October 25, 2019 at 10:46 pm

      I will work on that!! I promise! I’m glad you like it!

      Reply
    • Murray Brigham says

      November 18, 2019 at 10:14 pm

      For those of you who want to print this recipe, copy and paste into Word, you can then save it to your files, as well as print it from there.

      Reply
      • Laura says

        November 28, 2019 at 9:45 pm

        Thank you for that suggestion!! I’m still working on getting printable recipes!

        Reply
    • D says

      April 15, 2020 at 4:34 pm

      You can copy and paste , then go to Words on your computer, hit print, it work I’ve done it on a couple of recipes.

      Reply
  33. Gloria says

    July 6, 2019 at 8:45 am

    I made the tamale pie for the first time last night, leaving out some of the peppers. Everyone loved it, including my skeptical husband! The leftovers tasted just as good this afternoon! Thanks for the idea!

    Reply
  34. Suzi Mireau says

    June 3, 2019 at 1:25 am

    Made this on our last trip to Texas, OMG is was FANTASTIC..The BEST Tamale Pie I have ever had. Everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing. I was going to post a picture, but we dug into and ate so much that I forgot. Will make again and take a picture.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 9, 2019 at 12:59 pm

      I’m so glad you like it!

      Reply
    • Laura says

      July 29, 2019 at 3:19 pm

      You’re so welcome!! It’s my family’s FAV!

      Reply
  35. Samantha Burns says

    April 25, 2019 at 11:07 pm

    This is delicious! Can you make this recipe printable?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      July 29, 2019 at 3:18 pm

      I will work on that!

      Reply
    • Barbara Eschete says

      April 17, 2020 at 4:52 pm

      just save the page or pages you want to print. Once saved, open them up and print.

      Reply
  36. Robin says

    April 21, 2019 at 2:04 pm

    We’ve featured your Texas Tamale Pie on this weeks Budget Friendly Meal Plan. My family loves this recipe, we’ve eaten it several times. Because of how delicious it is and how inexpensive it is to make it was perfect to include in the meal plan. We’d love to share some of your other budget friendly recipes in future meal plans. Just email us the link!
    Robin | Fluster Buster

    Reply
    • Laura says

      July 29, 2019 at 3:18 pm

      Wow! Thank you so much!! Sure, I’d love to share more! Send me your email!

      Reply
  37. Nora Wright says

    April 12, 2019 at 1:33 am

    Thanks you for an amazing and delicious recipe.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 13, 2019 at 12:42 am

      You’re so welcome!

      Reply
  38. Cheryl says

    March 26, 2019 at 4:17 am

    This is a great casserole. Well definitely make it again.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 27, 2019 at 3:15 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  39. Beth R says

    March 26, 2019 at 12:17 am

    If I freeze this, do I thaw before cooking or cook from frozen? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 27, 2019 at 3:16 am

      HI!! I have only frozen it once. I put it in the oven frozen and just cooked it a little longer.

      Reply
  40. Linda says

    February 14, 2019 at 5:54 pm

    This sounds delicious! Going to make it tonight. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 27, 2019 at 3:17 am

      ooooh! I hope you love it!

      Reply
  41. Rosanna says

    October 1, 2018 at 6:23 pm

    Do you drain the grease from the hamburger meat?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      October 1, 2018 at 7:53 pm

      I don’t!

      Reply
  42. Dukesmom12 says

    August 21, 2018 at 2:46 am

    Jiffy mix and brown sugar? Is it sweet? The rest sounds really tasty but jiffy mix is kinda sweet so I’m curious.
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Laura says

      August 23, 2018 at 5:37 pm

      Hi! It gives it just a tiny bit of sweetness! Not much though! If you don’t like anything sweet, you can just skip it! Hope this helps!

      Reply
  43. Sheri says

    May 28, 2018 at 10:15 pm

    I made this tonight for dinner. It was delish! I will def be making this again. I made a few changes. I didn’t use jalapeño peppers, (I’m not a fan) so I used a can of green chilies, I also added a small can of sliced black olives and I used a can of Mexicorn. I also learned the hard way to spray the foil with Pam or use non stick foil. lol. A lot of the cheese on top stuck right to the foil. 🙄. Thanks for this great recipe. 😋

    Reply
    • Laura says

      May 28, 2018 at 10:16 pm

      You are so welcome!! Yes, it’s one of our favorites!!!

      Reply
      • Teresa says

        March 4, 2019 at 5:42 am

        I also used green chilies instead of jalapenos I used one can of Mexican corn and I put sliced olives inside of the mixture and then also on top of the cheese. For the cheese I used medium cheddar and pepper jack mixed together it was amazing!!

        Reply
        • Laura says

          March 27, 2019 at 3:17 am

          GREAT IDEA!

          Reply
  44. Pat says

    April 28, 2018 at 9:13 pm

    Hey this looks great I want to do chicken and green sauce I don’t do well with ground beef(
    I had a by- pass )but can eat a bit but want to make for work pot luck. Lots of younger women and they don’t eat much red meat. What ya thinkpat

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 30, 2018 at 9:30 pm

      I think this recipe would be great with ground chicken! I’d love to hear how it turns out!

      Reply
      • Jenni says

        November 12, 2019 at 1:06 am

        You can also use ground turkey in place of the ground beef.

        Reply
        • Laura says

          November 15, 2019 at 7:31 pm

          That’s a great idea!

          Reply
  45. Mary Benner says

    April 22, 2018 at 4:34 pm

    Thank you!!!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 22, 2018 at 9:34 pm

      You’re welcome!!

      Reply
  46. Mary Benner says

    April 22, 2018 at 3:02 pm

    If I do this in two smaller pans do I need to reduce the cooking time? I’m going to share with someone.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      April 22, 2018 at 4:31 pm

      Yes, I would reduce the cooking time to 30-40 minutes!

      Reply
  47. Sheila says

    March 19, 2018 at 11:38 am

    What do you serve with this

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 19, 2018 at 4:54 pm

      Hi! I usually just serve with chips, salsa, and queso! It’s so filling, it’s enough by it self!

      Reply
  48. Cindi Wilken says

    March 13, 2018 at 3:26 pm

    Do you think this can be made ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator for a few hours?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 14, 2018 at 3:02 am

      Absolutely!! I have even prepared it and frozen it! It tasted fine!

      Reply
      • Laura says

        May 22, 2018 at 9:46 pm

        Do you cook before you freeze or just prepare and freeze.

        Reply
        • Laura says

          May 25, 2018 at 4:20 am

          I just prepare and freeze, I think the cornbread would get to hard if you cook then freeze!

          Reply
  49. cassy lora says

    March 11, 2018 at 9:05 pm

    this dish was so good.We love mexican food,this was a very easy to make”recipe” when i make it next time i was thinking about trying creamed corn. always fun to add and change items in recipes.

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 14, 2018 at 3:01 am

      I’m so glad you liked it!! I think cream corn would be good! but maybe mix it in the cornbread mixture so that the inside filling doesn’t get too runny. If you try it, let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  50. Sharon Oldham says

    February 27, 2018 at 5:36 pm

    Making this today-love the poblano peppers
    Noticed a black chopper on your
    “Utensil” page. I have been looking all over for this kitchen tool- cannot find- do you recall where you purchased yours?
    Thank You
    Blessings
    Sherrie

    Reply
    • Laura says

      March 8, 2018 at 1:38 am

      HI!! I think you’re referring to the meat mix n’ chop. It is a pampered chef product, but you can find it on Amazon.com here is my affiliate link —> http://amzn.to/2FnTSLy It’s one of my favorite kitchen tools!

      Reply
  51. Barb says

    September 20, 2017 at 8:49 pm

    Its in the oven now can’t wait !!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      September 20, 2017 at 11:36 pm

      Awesome! I hope you love it!

      Reply
  52. Linda L says

    July 31, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    am I using 10 oz. or 5 oz. of enchilada sauce?

    Reply
    • Laura says

      July 31, 2017 at 10:42 pm

      Hi! The store I shop at has 10 ounce cans and I use half. So a 5 ounce can would work perfect!

      Reply
      • Linda L. says

        August 1, 2017 at 12:41 am

        Thank you! Turned out great, we are adding ut to our dinner rotations. By the way, the corn doesn’t get added based on the directions. 🙂

        Reply
        • Laura says

          August 1, 2017 at 2:49 am

          That’s awesome! It’s one of our favs! hahaha no one has told me that yet! I just added it, thank you!

          Reply
  53. Kelsey says

    July 25, 2017 at 12:16 am

    Making this today but wanting to freeze it for another time. How would you recommend I freeze this? Baked first and then frozen; or frozen raw then baked after defrosted when ready to use?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      July 25, 2017 at 2:02 am

      Hi Kelsey! I have frozen this before it was cooked and it did great! I wouldn’t recommend baking then freezing because I bet the cornbread would get tuff. Hope you love it!!

      Reply
  54. Talia says

    July 21, 2017 at 3:09 am

    I want to make this but for some reason where it lists ingredients I can only see a 13×9 pan, enchilada sauce, and shredded cheese and I don’t see the rest anywhere! Help!!!

    Reply
    • Laura says

      July 21, 2017 at 10:20 am

      Ooh no!! Let me look!

      Reply
    • Laura says

      July 21, 2017 at 10:36 am

      Ok just went in and it should be working just fine!! Happy cooking!!

      Reply
  55. Kelli-Anne says

    June 1, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    This certainly looks delicious. I’m always looking for new recipes to try. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Laura says

      June 1, 2017 at 10:11 pm

      You’re welcome! It’s soooooo good!

      Reply

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