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Corn Husk Chicken Tamales

Delicious Corn Husk Chicken Tamales to Savor at Home

These Corn Husk Chicken Tamales are a delightful, nostalgic dish perfect for family gatherings and easy weeknight meals.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 tamales
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tamale Dough
  • 4 cups Masa Harina Use Maseca brand for best results.
  • 3 cups Broth Chicken, beef, or vegetable.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 cup Lard Substitute with vegetable shortening for a vegan option.
For Wrapping
  • 20 pieces Dried Corn Husks Soak in hot water until pliable.
For the Fillings
  • 2 cups Fillings Cooked and cooled, e.g., red chile pork, salsa verde chicken, beans and cheese.

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large Bowl or Sink

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak corn husks in hot water for at least 30 minutes until soft.
  2. Prepare your desired fillings, cook and season them well, and let cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat lard and 2 tbsp of broth until fluffy. Mix masa harina, baking powder, salt, and cumin in another bowl. Combine dry with wet mixtures, alternating with remaining broth.
  4. Assemble tamales by spreading masa on soaked husks and adding fillings; fold and roll to seal.
  5. Steam tamales for 45-60 minutes or cook in an Instant Pot for 25 minutes.
  6. Cool tamales slightly before serving warm, preferably with sides like Mexican rice or salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tamaleCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Tamales can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5-7 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

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