Pioneer Woman Tamale Pie Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Tamale Pie Recipe is warm, cozy and full of flavor. It is perfect for family dinner nights. The Pioneer Woman Tamale Pie Recipe mixes beef, beans, cheese and corn bread topping.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup canned corn drained
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package corn muffin mix
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
Instructions
Cook the beef
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until brown, breaking it into small crumbles gently.
Add onion and garlic
- Stir in chopped onion and garlic. Cook until the onion turns soft and fragrant, mixing well with the beef.
Add beans, corn, and tomatoes
- Add beans, corn, and diced tomatoes into the pan. Stir gently so everything mixes evenly without spilling from skillet.
Season the mixture
- Sprinkle taco seasoning, chili powder and salt. Stir again so spices coat every bite and flavors blend fully together.
Transfer to baking dish
- Pour the beef mixture into a greased baking dish. Spread it evenly so the topping will bake smooth and level.
Prepare corn bread topping
- In a bowl mix corn muffin mix, egg and milk. Stir until smooth batter forms without big lumps or dry patches.
Add cheese and topping
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over beef layer. Then pour corn bread batter on top, spreading gently to cover everything completely.
Bake the tamale pie
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the dish in the oven and bake until the topping is golden and firm.
Cool before serving
- Remove from oven and let the pie rest briefly. Cooling helps slices hold shape and keeps mouths safe from heat.
Notes
- Do not overmix corn bread batter
- Add jalapeños for extra heat
- Use turkey instead of beef if preferred
- Drain beans well to avoid sogginess
- Let it rest before cutting