Description
Craving bold flavors without the fuss? This Easy Chile Relleno Casserole is your answer. It layers smoky green chiles, melty cheese, and a fluffy egg batter into a one-dish wonder. Perfect for brunch, an easy dinner idea, or when you need a comforting dish that delivers. Whether you’re hosting or meal-prepping, this quick breakfast bake brings together everything you love about traditional chile rellenos—minus the deep-frying. A go-to for flavorful food ideas, healthy snacks, and weeknight dinners with a Mexican twist.
Ingredients
8 whole green chiles (canned or roasted)
2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
4 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Lay half of the green chiles in the bottom of the dish. Top with half the cheese.
3. Repeat with the remaining chiles and cheese.
4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, flour, baking powder, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the dish.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and set.
7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
8. Serve with salsa and sour cream if desired.
Notes
Drain green chiles well to prevent soggy texture.
For extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the egg mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 135mg