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Tamale Casserole

3 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 35 min.

Makes

3-4 servings

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023
This is an easy after-work dish that's so tasty. It starts with tamales from a jar.—Regina Albright, Southaven, Mississippi
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Ingredients

  • 1 jar (13-1/2 ounces) tamales
  • 1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups corn chips, coarsely crushed, divided
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 to 2 ounces sliced cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Cut tamales into 3/4-in. slices. Place in a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Top with half of the chili and onion. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup corn chips and shredded cheese. Top with remaining chili and onion.
  2. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with the remaining corn chips. Arrange cheese slices over top. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until chips are crisp and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 454 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 1164mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 8g fiber), 19g protein.