Pulled Pork Tamale Casserole

Pulled Pork Tamale Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    33

Transform leftover pulled pork into a comforting and flavorful casserole that evokes the essence of tamales without the fuss. This hearty dish combines savory pork with classic Southwestern ingredients, all topped with a golden cornbread crust and melted cheddar cheese.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    51 g
  • Cholesterol
    87 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    24 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    1797 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, combine the pulled pork, enchilada sauce, green chile peppers, black beans, corn, onion, and black olives. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Transfer the pork mixture to a 9x13-inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to package directions, substituting milk, egg, and melted butter. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the pork mixture in the casserole dish. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese generously over the top of the cornbread layer. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 35 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through, and the cheese is melted and bubbly. (35 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the cornbread to set slightly. (10 minutes)

Feel free to adjust the amount of green chiles to your preference for spice.
For a richer flavor, use a homemade cornbread recipe instead of a mix.
Add a dollop of sour cream or guacamole on top of each serving for extra flavor.
This casserole is great for meal prepping. Assemble it ahead of time and bake when ready to serve.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 11 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Cleora Weimann

    This was a great way to use up leftover pulled pork! The whole family loved it.

  • Wilhelmine Gutkowski

    The cornbread was a little dry, so next time I'll add a bit more milk.

  • Felicity Welchkozey

    I added a can of diced tomatoes to the pork mixture, and it was delicious!

  • Isobel Kilback

    Easy to make and very satisfying! Will definitely make again.

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