This keto casserole recipe uses delicious beef roast to make the most incredible tamale pie filling (you can also use ground beef and chicken!) We then use coconut flour and cheese to make a “cornbread” topping. This low carb and keto tamale pie is so comforting and delicious, everyone you serve it to will be asking for the recipe!
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This low Carb Tamale pie is so comforting and delicious, you would never know that it is low carb. Even my picky son and husband liked it!
SHREDDED BEEF, GROUND BEEF, OF CHICKEN
My favorite way to make this keto tamale pie is with shredded beef. It is saucy and delicious.
I cook mine in the Instant Pot to cut down on the cook time, but it is still a time consuming process.
If you want dinner to be finished more quickly, opt for ground beef or cooked and shredded chicken. Then simply add in the seasonings and continue making the tamale pie as instructed.
“CORNBREAD” LAYER
My cornbread layer is made with coconut flour, but you could substitute with 2 cups of almond flour.
I also add in cheese, green chiles, and chicken broth. It is so flavorful!
SERVING
I serve this casserole with pico de Gallo and sour cream. You could also serve with slices of avocado.
Keto casserole recipes are some of my favorites. Be sure to check out some of my other recipes:
- Baked Spaghetti Squash and Chicken Casserole
- Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole
- Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
- Chicken Fried Rice Casserole
Keto Tamale Pie with Beef or Chicken
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Pounds chuck roast, ground beef, or Cooked Shredded Chicken
- 1/2 cup water (omit if using ground beef or chicken)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 15 ounce Can Enchilada Sauce See notes
- 1 4 oz Can diced green chilis
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese , divided
- 4 eggs , beaten
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Coconut flour (Click here to see the brand I like best on Amazon)
- 1 tsp baking soda
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cut the chuck roast into large chunks and season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper
- place beef and water in Instant Pot and set for 35 minutes, when finished cooking, let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the rest. (see notes for ground beef or chicken)
- Remove beef from instant pot and shred with 2 forks
- preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Combine shredded beef, enchilada sauce, and green chilis in a bowl
- pour into a 9x13 rectangle casserole dish.
- top with 2 cups of cheese
- To make the "cornbread" top: combine beaten eggs and chicken broth in a bowl
- In a separate bowl combine coconut flour and baking soda
- add the coconut flour mixture to the egg mixture
- add remaining cup of cheese to the batter. If it seems too thick, add more chicken broth. It should be easy to spread and not dry.
- spread over the top of the beef and cheese in casserole dish
- bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly
- Serve with pico de gallo and sour cream
WATCH HOW TO MAKE IT
JENNIFER'S TIPS
- Shredded beef, ground beef or chicken: My favorite way to make this is with the shredded beef but that can be time consuming. For time saving, use ground beef or shredded chicken.
- Enchilada Sauce: I like to use Whole Foods 365 enchilada sauce in the 15 oz jar because its sugar free.
- Ground Beef or Chicken: Use ground beef or Chicken to cut down on cooking time. Brown the beef in a large skillet and add the seasonings. Then continue with step 5.
- Nutrition for 1/8th of the recipe: Includes just the casserole using shredded beef, not the toppings
- Almond Flour: use 2 cups of almond flour in place of the coconut flour.
MoodyMoody says
I tweaked the filling a lot: used ground beef, more spices, and added onions and bell peppers. I left out the cheese for the filling as well. The topping is perfect as it stands. I mean to try it as stand-alone cornbread substitute one day.
DianeZ says
I wasn’t sure what to expect since I’m not a huge fan of coconut flour but this was delicious! I couldn’t taste the coconut flour at all. My chuck roast was nearly 3 pounds so I did 1.5x the recipe and baked it in a 9×13 dish. Absolutely fabulous. This will become a regular dish at my house. Store bought pico de gallo was a great addition.
Charles says
This is going in the crockpot now!! Can’t wait. I dig the expression on everyone’s face at work when I come in with something new!! Thanks
jenniferbanz says
Crockpot is a good idea for cooking this recipe!
G Bennett says
This recipe was absolutely delicious. My family loved it ! Can’t wait to make it again.
jenniferbanz says
So glad you liked it! I need to make it again!
Marisa says
Hi,
Do you think I could omit the cheese it turn out ok?
jenniferbanz says
It would be a little less topping but I think it would still work fine
Marisa says
Thank you!
shelby says
This looks absolutely delicious and I cannot wait to give it a try!!
jenniferbanz says
Thank you Shelby!
Nicole Keng says
I used almond flour. 1 and 1/2 cups. Baked up nice and brown!
Kelly says
This was so good but I wonder- can you use almond flour instead of the coconut flour? Not sure I love the sweetness of the coconut flour
jenniferbanz says
You could kelly but I am not sure of the proportions. Coconut flour absorbs a lot of liquid.