How to Make Hatch Chile Enchilada Pie in 15 Minutes

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Hatch chile enchilada pie –Gather ’round, food enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into the cheesy, spicy world of Hatch Chile Enchilada Pie. This dish isn’t just food; it’s a fiesta on your plate! So put on your chef hat and let’s get cooking.

Hatch Chile Enchilada Pie

First things first, feast your eyes on this beauty:

Hatch Chile Enchilada Pie

Now, before we jump head first into making this scrumptious pie, let’s talk about the ingredients you’ll need. Grab your grocery list, because here’s what’s going to make your kitchen smell like heaven:

  • 2 cups of diced hatch chiles (or any chiles of your preference)
  • 1 lb ground beef (feel free to substitute with turkey or a plant-based option)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cups of shredded cheese (because who doesn’t love cheese, right?)
  • 8 corn tortillas (the sturdier, the better)
  • 1 can of enchilada sauce (or make your own like a culinary wizard)
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste (because blandness is NOT an option)
  • Olive oil for cooking

Now that your shopping cart is filled with gold, let’s bring it all together to create the masterpiece:

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your spirit for some cooking magic!
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and toss in the onions until they’re translucent. Add the ground beef (or your chosen protein) and cook until browned. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper for that extra zing.
  3. Once cooked, mix in the diced hatch chiles and stir until well combined. Your kitchen is going to smell incredible at this point!
  4. In a large baking dish, spread a bit of enchilada sauce on the bottom. Layer 4 corn tortillas, then half of the beef and hatch chile mixture, followed by a sprinkle of cheese.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with tortillas, enchilada sauce, and a generous topping of cheese. Because more cheese equals more love!
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Your pie is about to make its grand entrance!

Let it cool for a few minutes (if you can resist) before slicing it up and serving. Enjoy every cheesy, spicy, delicious moment of your Hatch Chile Enchilada Pie!