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Chili Relleno Casserole

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๐ŸŒถ๏ธ This Chile Relleno Casserole brings together smoky roasted poblanos and melted cheeses in an easy, baked dish that’s full of bold flavor.
๐Ÿง€ A simpler alternative to traditional fried chile rellenos, it’s perfect for any meal from breakfast to dinner.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

6 to 8 large poblano peppers (or 3 to 4 cans of whole green chilies, drained and seeded)

2 cups freshly shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese, divided

5 large eggs

1 and 1/2 cups whole milk

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Sour cream for serving

salsa for serving

fresh chopped cilantro for serving

Instructions

1-Preheat the broiler with the rack about 6 inches from the heat. Line a baking sheet with foil. Roast the poblano peppers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until their skins are blackened and charred.

2-Place the roasted peppers in a plastic bag for 10 minutes to steam and cool. Once cool, peel off the skins, remove the stems, slit them open, and remove the seeds.

3-Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF. Lightly grease a 3-quart baking dish with nonstick spray.

4-Layer half the roasted chilies in a single layer in the dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining chilies and cheeses.

5-In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and lump-free. Pour this mixture evenly over the chile and cheese layers.

6-Bake for 45 minutes until the casserole is puffed in the center, the eggs are set, and the edges are golden brown.

7-Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve with optional sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro.

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Notes

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Fresh roasted poblanos offer the best flavor; canned whole green chilies are a convenient substitute.
โ„๏ธ Peppers can be roasted 1-2 days ahead and refrigerated.
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours before baking; cover and refrigerate for convenience.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Roasting time: 10-15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking, Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 271
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 328 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 17 g
  • Cholesterol: 161 mg