I love a good chicken casserole, and this one if one of my favorites: Shredded chicken in a southwestern inspired BBQ sauce, topped with a fluffy cornbread topping!
There is nothing like a cozy casserole. This one is super easy to whip up with shredded chicken (use rotisserie chicken!) and cornbread mix.
Recipe tips and tricks
- If you prefer to make your cornbread from scratch, feel free to use your favorite recipe!
- You can cut the cheese in half if you want to make a lighter meal
- Feel free to use a heaping cup of frozen seasoning blend in place of the onions and peppers the recipe calls for. Makes prep even easier!
Serving ideas
This is really an all-in-one meal, so you don’t need much with it! I like to add a fresh, crisp salad on the side. My favorites with this Chicken Tamale Casserole are my No Mayo Coleslaw and my Tomato Cucumber Salad.
Make ahead instructions
You can make the filling up to a day ahead. Place it in the casserole dish and keep chilled until ready to use.
Stir up the cornbread mix right before baking and spread on the chilled filling. Baking may take 5-10 minutes longer, as the filling is cold.
More casseroles
- Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
- Baked Spaghetti Casserole
- Bolognese Gnocchi Bake
- Southwestern Baked Chicken
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Cheesy Cornbread Chicken Tamale Pie Casserole
Recipe details
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1 cup diced peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 3/4 cup corn kernels
- 12 ounces cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 1/4 cups cornbread mix
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C). Heat the oil in an oven safe skillet (about 9 inches (23cm) wide). Add the peppers, onion and corn and cook over medium high heat for 5 minutes.
- Take off the heat and stir in the shredded chicken, salsa and barbecue sauce. Flatten and smooth the surface with the back of a spoon.
- In a medium bowl stir together the cornbread mix, sour cream, egg and melted butter. Gently spread over the casserole filling, careful not to mix them together. Leave a small edge to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 15-20 minute in the middle of the preheated oven.
- Scatter the cheese over the top and finish baking for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is all bubbly and melted.
Nutrition
More recipe information
Also, if you’re a fan of step by step pictures – here’s the recipe for this tamale pie casserole in completely downloadable and printable PDF format, complete with pictures to guide you through every step!
Rowdah says
thank you so much, my family likes it.
Nora says
Very happy to read this, Rowdah! Thanks for taking the time to leave a recipe rating, I appreciate it so much.
janet says
lovely, thanks very much!!
Nora says
Sorry Diane, the recipe wasn’t clear on that. It’s cooked chicken. I updated the post – thanks for noticing!
janet says
oh sorry with no sugar if possible to suit diabetic hubby!
Nora says
Hi Janet, this is the cornbread mix I make for us: http://realhousemoms.com/homemade-cornbread-mix/ It has 2 tablespoons of sugar, but that’s so little I’m sure you can try to just leave it out! Hope that helps 🙂
janet says
hi – looks delish, any chance of a cornbread recipe for an English cook? xx
Jean says
Ahhhhh, I’m a little confused on oven temp. 390 or 200?
Looks great and want to try it but don’t want to ruin it.
Nora says
Oops, thanks for pointing this out, Jean! It is, of course, supposed to be 390° Fahrenheit or 200° Celsius. I changed it in the post – thanks again! Hope you’ll enjoy the recipe.
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
Your cheese shots are a thing of beauty Nora!
Love this quick and easy (aka baby friendly) meal. 😉
Pinned!
Nora says
Thanks Mariah!
Izzy says
I need this cheesy goodness right now!! It has all my favorite things in it and although I have no baby, I can always use another awesome easy recipe to add to the mix! Just look at all the beautiful cheese!! 🙂
Nora says
Cheeeeeese 🙂 Thanks Izzy!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
This looks absolutely incredible, Nora! It’s the ultimate comforting meal and I love how easy it is too!
Nora says
Thank you so, so much Kelly!
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
What a fun recipe! This is a great recipe for summer!
Nora says
Thank you so much, Shelby!
Lily Lau says
Woah Nora, your casserole is making my mouth water so much… seriously! 😀
Nora says
Awww thanks Lily 🙂
Andi @ The Weary Chef says
Yuumm! This is perfect and I want to eat it immediately!
Nora says
Thanks Andi!
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says
Love great meals that are quick and easy! This looks like one my kids would devour!
Nora says
It’s definitely a kid-friendly one 😉 Thanks Kathy!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Are you kidding me with this Nora?? Drooling over here!
Nora says
Haha Trish, thanks you so very much!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
Wow that layer of cheese is to DIE for and I love that cornbread. Such a yummy meal 🙂
Nora says
Thank you, Medha!