Slow-Cooker Tamale Pie

This Slow-Cooker Tamale Pie is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It features a rich, savory filling of pork sausage, stew meat, and vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, all encased in a thick, tender cornmeal crust that mimics traditional tamale masa. The combination of green chiles, celery, and sun-dried tomatoes adds depth and a hint of spice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish requires minimal prep time and cooks unattended in your slow cooker, resulting in a warm, satisfying meal that is easy to serve and loved by the whole family.

Cooking Method: Slow Cooking

Cuisine: Mexican

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 494.5

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Slow-Cooker Tamale Pie is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It features a rich, savory filling of pork sausage, stew meat, and vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, all encased in a thick, tender cornmeal crust that mimics traditional tamale masa. The combination of green chiles, celery, and sun-dried tomatoes adds depth and a hint of spice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish requires minimal prep time and cooks unattended in your slow cooker, resulting in a warm, satisfying meal that is easy to serve and loved by the whole family.

Ingredients

2 cups Chicken broth or bouillon
1 cup Yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 pound Pork sausage
1 pound Stew meat, cut into cubes
1 medium Onion, chopped
1/2 cup Celery, finely chopped
1 can (4 oz) Mild green chile peppers, drained and chopped
1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 can (15 oz) Whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (2.5 oz) Sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/8 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

1
Bring the chicken broth or bouillon to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
While stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, slowly pour in the cornmeal to prevent lumps.
3
Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens into a paste.
4
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.
5
Using a greased spatula, spread the cornmeal mixture evenly over the bottom and about 2 inches up the sides of a greased slow cooker.
6
In a large bowl, combine the pork sausage, stew meat, chopped onion, celery, green chile peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, corn, sliced olives, salt, and pepper.
7
Carefully spoon the meat and vegetable mixture into the center of the cornmeal-lined slow cooker.
8
Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours, or until the meat is tender and the crust is set.
9
Garnish with additional ripe olives if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 494.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.5g32%
Saturated Fat 6.1g31%
Cholesterol 90.9mg31%
Sodium 387.8mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 41.8g14%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 34.9g70%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

You can substitute ground beef or turkey for the pork sausage. If you prefer a milder flavor, use mild Italian sausage or omit the sausage entirely and use extra stew meat.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or slow cooker on low until warmed through. This dish also freezes well for up to 3 months.

Ensure your slow cooker is greased well to prevent the cornmeal crust from sticking. If the crust seems too soft after cooking, you can broil it in the oven for a few minutes for a crispier top.

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