Easy Chile Rellenos Casserole 🌶️🧀
Overview:
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Make and share this Easy Chile Rellenos Casserole recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. This Mexican-inspired dish combines the flavors of whole green chilies, cheese, and salsa to create a hearty and flavorful casserole that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Whole green chilies | 2 |
| Green onions | 4 |
| Cheddar cheese | 1 1/2 cups |
| Monterey Jack cheese | 1 1/2 cups |
| Eggs | 6 |
| Milk | 4 cups |
| Half-and-half | 3/4 cup |
| Flour | – |
| Salsa | 8 ounces |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 491.6
- Fat Content: 29g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 263.6mg
- Sodium Content: 710.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 29.8g
- Fiber Content: 2.3g
- Sugar Content: 5.3g
- Protein Content: 29.3g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Prepare Casserole Dish: Grease a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
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Prepare Chilies: Split the whole green chilies lengthwise, then spread them in a single layer in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Prepare Cheese Mixture: Combine the cheddar cheese with the Monterey Jack cheese, tossing to mix evenly.
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Layer Ingredients: Sprinkle half of the mixed cheeses and all of the chopped green onions over the arranged chilies in the casserole dish.
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Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, half-and-half, flour, and salt until smooth and well combined.
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Pour Egg Mixture: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the chilies and cheese layers in the casserole dish.
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Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 minutes, or until the casserole is set and cooked through.
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Prepare Salsa Topping: Meanwhile, mix the salsa with the remaining 1-1/2 cups of cheese.
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Add Topping: After 50 minutes of baking, remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the salsa and cheese mixture evenly over the top.
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Return to Oven: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve: Allow the casserole to stand for about 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly.
Enjoy!
Serve this Easy Chile Rellenos Casserole hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or sliced avocado if desired, for a delightful meal that’s sure to please your family and friends. With its creamy texture, spicy kick, and cheesy goodness, this casserole is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any gathering or weeknight dinner.
