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Mexican Chile Rellenos Casserole

Mexican Chile Rellenos Casserole - Comfort in Every Bite

This Easy Mexican Chile Rellenos Casserole is a delicious and customizable dish that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups Roasted Green Chiles Adds smoky flavor and heat; substitute with canned fire-roasted chiles if needed.
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese Provides excellent meltability and creaminess; can swap with mozzarella or Pepper Jack for a spicy twist.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Contributes to a creamy texture; swap with half-and-half for richness or unsweetened almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the casserole; a gluten-free flour blend can be used as an alternative.
  • 6 large Eggs Acts as the base that binds ingredients; whisk until smooth for optimal texture.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Enhances flavor and adds freshness; cilantro or parsley make great choices.
  • 1/2 cup Crema or Sour Cream Adds a creamy finish and balances the spice; perfect for drizzling on top.
  • 1 cup Salsa Provides an extra layer of flavor and freshness; choose your favorite variety, but a zesty tomato salsa works wonders!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, whole milk, and all-purpose flour. Whisk vigorously for about 1-2 minutes until well-blended and creamy with no lumps.
  3. Grease an 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
  4. Layer the bottom of the dish with roasted green chiles.
  5. Pour half of the whisked egg mixture over the layer of chiles.
  6. Sprinkle half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top.
  7. Repeat the process with the remaining roasted green chiles and the rest of the egg mixture.
  8. Finish by sprinkling the rest of the Monterey Jack cheese evenly across the surface.
  9. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes.
  10. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared the night before and refrigerated for convenient baking the next day. Freshly roasted chiles enhance the flavor significantly.

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