EASY CHICKEN TAMALE PIE

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All you need are some simple ingredients from the pantry to put this slow-cooker meal together. I love the fact that I can go fishing while it cooks. -Peter Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground chicken
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional toppings: Sour cream, salsa and minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles. Stir in seasonings., Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in beans, tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, green onions and cilantro. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 6-8 hours., In a small bowl, combine muffin mix and eggs; spoon over chicken mixture. Cook, covered, on low until a toothpick inserted in cornbread layer comes out clean, 1-1-1/2 hours longer., Sprinkle with cheese; let stand, covered, 5 minutes. If desired, serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 1021mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

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