chile relleno casserole

Recipe by
Beth Pierce
Ofallon, MO

This super easy-to-make Chile Relleno Casserole is loaded with green chile peppers, Monterey Jack cheese, and cheddar cheese, all nestled in baked eggs. Top it with sour cream, cilantro, or avocado for even more flavor.

yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For chile relleno casserole

  • 3 can
    whole green chilies, fire roasted (7 oz each)
  • 2 1/2 c
    shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 c
    shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 lg
    eggs
  • 1 3/4 c
    milk (2% or whole)
  • 1/4 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    fresh ground black pepper

How To Make chile relleno casserole

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • 2
    Cut chilies open by slicing from top to bottom and remove any stems. Layer half of the cut chilies in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with half the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. Layer with the second half of the cut chilies and the remaining cheese.
  • 3
    In a medium bowl whisk together eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese and green chilies. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned on the edges and set in the middle.
  • 4
    Cool for 7-10 minutes before slicing. Top with Pico de Gallo, chopped cilantro, and sour cream.

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