Tamale Casserole
The flavors of a classic tamale without the hours of prep. This blend creates a rich, boldly seasoned shredded meat base with a fluffy cornbread topping cooked right on top in the crockpot. Comfort food with a serious twist.
What You'll Need
2 lbs chicken or pork · 1 (10 oz) can Rotel · 1 box cornbread mix (Jiffy recommended)
Suggested Pairings
Sour cream, salsa, sliced jalapenos, fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and a simple side salad
Great For
Mexican comfort food night, feeding a crowd, potlucks, kids love it, easy entertaining
Crockpot Directions
Place chicken or pork in crockpot. Add seasoning packet, Rotel, and salt. Cover. Cook. Shred meat in the crockpot. Prepare cornbread mix according to package directions. Pour batter evenly over the shredded meat. Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 additional hour until cornbread is set.
Alternative Cooking Method
Oven: Cook and shred chicken or pork with packet and Rotel. Pour into a greased baking dish. Prepare Jiffy cornbread mix and pour evenly over the top. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until cornbread is cooked through and golden.
Blend Ingredients
Granulated garlic, granulated onion, chicken soup base (salt, dextrose, hydrolyzed corn protein, onion powder, turmeric [color], cornstarch, monosodium glutamate, tricalcium phosphate [free flowing agent], natural and artificial flavors), cumin, dried cilantro
Dietary marks reflect the blend only — not added ingredients called for in packet instructions. Always check the full recipe on the packet before cooking.
Make It Spicy
Use hot Rotel and add diced green chiles to the meat mixture before topping with cornbread batter.
Load the Cornbread
Stir shredded cheddar and diced jalapenos into the cornbread batter before pouring over the meat for extra flavor.
Make It With Pork
Use pork shoulder for a richer, more traditional tamale flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweet cornbread.
Top It Like a Pro
Serve with a dollop of sour cream, fresh salsa, pickled jalapenos, and a squeeze of lime for the full experience.
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