Baked Eggs with Green Chilies Recipe
Overview
Baked Eggs with Green Chilies is a versatile dish perfect for any time of day, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It’s easy to prepare and can be customized with different cheeses and flavors to suit your preferences. This recipe serves 4 and takes about 45 minutes to prepare and bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Eggs |
| 8 oz | Monterey Jack cheese, shredded |
| 4 oz | Canned green chilies, chopped |
| 1 cup | Cottage cheese |
| 1/4 cup | Butter |
| 1/4 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1/2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Freshly ground black pepper |
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a square baking pan lightly to prevent sticking.
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Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Start with cracking the eggs and adding them first, then follow with the Monterey Jack cheese, green chilies, cottage cheese, butter, flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Mix everything together until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and evenly mixed.
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Pour the mixture into the greased square baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a tester (like a toothpick or knife) inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Serve hot, optionally with salsa on the side for added flavor.
Tips for Variation
- Cheese: Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss to change the flavor profile.
- Add-ins: Consider adding spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or even cooked bacon or sausage for added texture and taste.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of green chilies or add red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 530.7
- Total Fat: 39.7g
- Saturated Fat: 22.6g
- Cholesterol: 409.1mg
- Sodium: 914.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.3g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugars: 2.5g
- Protein: 32.2g
Recipe Tags
Cheese, High In…, Brunch, < 60 Mins, Beginner Cook, Easy
Enjoy these delicious Baked Eggs with Green Chilies as a hearty and satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor!
