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Chile Relleno Casserole

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chile Relleno Casserole for Comfort Food Lovers

Delight in this Chile Relleno Casserole that combines smoky chiles and melty cheese, perfect for comforting weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 2-3 cans Whole roasted green chiles Use no preservatives
  • 4 Large eggs Whisked well before mixing
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free versions
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Adjust if using fine salt
  • 1 cup Milk Use cream for richer texture or non-dairy milk for lactose-free options
Cheese Mixture
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese Use Pepper Jack for additional spice
  • 1 cup Extra cheese Any preferred cheese like cheddar for variety

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the whole roasted green chiles under cold water and gently pat them dry. Slice them open lengthwise to remove seeds and set aside. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the Monterey Jack cheese into evenly sized sticks or cubes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and milk until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the rinsed chiles and cheese sticks into the egg mixture.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Sprinkle additional grated cheese on top of the casserole mixture.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize ingredients with different cheeses or add black beans for extra protein. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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