TAMALE PIE WITH CHICKEN

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This tamale pie with chicken is a bit of a process, but well worth the rich flavor it produces. My family loved this recipe. In the tradition of Paula Dean with all the butter I could pack in, this recipe is not for those times when you are watching your figure, but when you are looking for something good for your soul.

Provided by Greysun

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 31

3 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into thick strips
½ cup chili powder
(12 ounce) bottle olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups water
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 poblano peppers, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 cups masa flour
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon lime juice
3 cups hot water, or as needed
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, chili powder, 2 tablespoons oil, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, and oregano in a bowl. Let marinate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Pour chicken with marinade into a pot; add water. Cover and cook over medium-high heat until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes, stirring as needed. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 1 hour.
  • Transfer chicken to a large bowl and shred using 2 forks; set aside and keep warm.
  • Add tomatoes, beans, poblano peppers, jalapeno peppers, onion, and bell pepper to the pot. Cook veggie mixture over medium-high heat until slightly softened and onion is translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Adjust liquid by either adding while cooking covered, or condensing water by cooking uncovered; final product should be the consistency of a thick stew. Combine vegetable mixture with shredded chicken and set filling aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Mix masa flour, chili powder, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pepper for crust together in a bowl. Mix in butter and lime juice. Add hot water and mix until dough reaches the consistency of a thick cookie dough; mix or knead thoroughly.
  • Place about 1/2 of the crust mixture into the prepared pan to form a 1/2- to 3/4-inch layer covering the bottom and 3/4 up the sides. Spread filling into crust.
  • Flatten handfuls of remaining crust mixture to about 1/2- to 3/4-inch thickness. Lay on top of pie; continue until top is mostly covered. Spread enchilada sauce over crust. Cover with Mexican cheese. Scatter olives on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, about 45 minutes. Serve with a little enchilada sauce and a dollop of sour cream on top of each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.4 g, Cholesterol 111.2 mg, Fat 36.6 g, Fiber 12.2 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.8 g, Sodium 1490 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

Mahabnb Gazi
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This tamale pie was a great hit at my party! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Alieny Lara
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This tamale pie was easy to make and turned out great! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


James Murphy REALTOR
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This tamale pie was a great way to use up leftover chicken. The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Lilian Alhamad
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This tamale pie was a delicious and easy meal to make. The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jonah Kale
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This tamale pie was a great hit at my party! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Marie Niyonzima
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This tamale pie was easy to make and turned out great! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Jawad sardar Jawad sardar
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This tamale pie was a great way to use up leftover chicken. The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sarie Correia
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I made this tamale pie for my family and they loved it! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Riaz Akhtar
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This tamale pie was a delicious and easy meal to make. The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdul Gafoor
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This tamale pie was a great hit at my party! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


SHARIFAH NAIWUMBWE
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This tamale pie was easy to make and turned out great! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdullah AB
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This tamale pie was a great way to use up leftover chicken. The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rauf Khan11
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I made this tamale pie for my family and they loved it! The crust was crispy and the filling was cheesy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kaylee Tucker
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This tamale pie was delicious! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mahran Khan
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I've made this tamale pie several times and it's always a hit! The crust is so good and the filling is flavorful and moist. I usually add a can of corn to the filling for extra flavor and texture.


jodi declue
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I love this tamale pie recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. I usually use ground beef instead of chicken, and I add a can of black beans. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef.


richard corke
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This tamale pie was easy to make and turned out great! The flavors were perfect and the crust was nice and crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Johirul Islam Mesbah
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I made this tamale pie for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Saghir Msaghir
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the cornbread crust was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Brandi Hopkins
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This tamale pie was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.