Corn and Green Chili Tamale Casserole

Savor the mouthwatering layers of savory goodness with this Corn and Green Chili Tamale Casserole—a bold twist on classic tamale flavors baked into a comforting casserole dish. This quick and easy recipe combines a tender, slightly sweet cornmeal batter with zesty diced green chilies, hearty canned corn, and melty layers of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. A drizzle of rich red enchilada sauce ties it all together, creating a casserole that’s bursting with Tex-Mex flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings, this dish is ready in just 50 minutes and serves up to six. Finish with a dollop of sour cream, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for an irresistible, crowd-pleasing meal! Keywords: tamale casserole, corn, green chilies, enchilada sauce, Tex-Mex recipe, easy casserole recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 cup Canned corn (drained)
• 1 4-ounce can Canned diced green chilies
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 10-ounce can Canned red enchilada sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted unsalted butter until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the drained canned corn and diced green chilies to the batter.

Step 6

Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to form the first layer.

Step 7

Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the batter.

Step 8

Drizzle half of the enchilada sauce over the cheese layer, spreading it evenly with a spoon.

Step 9

Pour the remaining batter over the top, spreading it carefully to cover the first layer.

Step 10

Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese, followed by the rest of the enchilada sauce.

Step 11

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown around the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 13

Optional: Garnish with sour cream, chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for added freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1475.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2639.1

Total Fat 120.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 524.6mg	0%
Sodium 6881.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.6g	0%
Total Sugars 43.8g
Protein 101.1g	0%

Vitamin D 185.1IU	0%
Calcium 2026.5mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 1610.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 45.9%