Tex Mex Pie

Get ready to spice up dinnertime with this hearty and comforting Tex Mex Pie, a fusion of bold Tex-Mex flavors and classic comfort food! This quick and easy recipe combines savory ground beef, vibrant black beans, juicy diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sweet corn, all seasoned with zesty taco seasoning. Topped with a layer of gooey melted Mexican blend cheese and finished with a golden, fluffy cornbread crust, this one-dish wonder is baked to perfection in just 35 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños for an extra kick, and serve with cool sour cream for the ultimate flavor balance. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a delicious way to bring the flavors of the Southwest straight to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel), drained
• 1 cup corn kernels, canned or frozen (thawed if frozen)
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1.5 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 packet cornbread mix
• 0.75 cup milk (for cornbread mix)
• 1 egg (for cornbread mix)
• 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños, optional for topping
• 0.5 cup sour cream, optional for serving
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, optional for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the onion is softened.

Step 4

Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn kernels, and taco seasoning. Mix well and allow the mixture to simmer for 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Transfer the beef mixture into the prepared pie dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese over the top.

Step 6

Prepare the cornbread batter according to the instructions on the packet, mixing the cornbread mix with milk and egg as directed. Pour the cornbread batter over the beef mixture, spreading it to cover evenly.

Step 7

If desired, arrange sliced jalapeños on top of the cornbread batter for added spice.

Step 8

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the Tex Mex Pie from the oven and allow it to cool slightly for 5–10 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 10

Slice and serve warm with sour cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1893.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2671.5

Total Fat 159.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 703.6mg	0%
Sodium 5873.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 45.2g
Protein 156.3g	0%

Vitamin D 133.0IU	0%
Calcium 1862.6mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 3524.7mg	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: 53.4%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 23.4%