Darice's Chile Relleno Casserole

Experience a bold fusion of comfort and spice with Darice's Chile Relleno Casserole, a cheesy, layered dish that transforms classic chile rellenos into an easy-to-make baked casserole. This crowd-pleasing recipe features tender roasted green chiles, a rich blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, and a fluffy egg custard to hold it all together. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or brunch gatherings. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite salsa for an irresistible Tex-Mex twist. Gluten-free modifications are a breeze—simply swap out the flour for your preferred alternative. This casserole is a flavor-packed meal that’s sure to delight your family and guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Whole roasted green chiles (canned or freshly roasted, seeds removed)
• 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar cheese
• 4 Large eggs
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 as needed Cooking spray or oil (for greasing the dish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.

Step 3

Lay half of the roasted green chiles flat along the bottom of the dish, ensuring they cover the surface evenly.

Step 4

Sprinkle 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese and 0.5 cup of Cheddar cheese evenly over the chiles.

Step 5

Layer the remaining roasted green chiles on top of the cheese layer.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, all-purpose flour, milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish.

Step 8

Top the casserole with the remaining 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese and 0.5 cup of Cheddar cheese.

Step 9

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set in the center.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Slice into portions and serve warm. Enjoy on its own or with a side of salsa and sour cream!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1394.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1865.0

Total Fat 130.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1098.0mg	0%
Sodium 4969.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 29.9g
Protein 126.1g	0%

Vitamin D 369.0IU	0%
Calcium 3060.2mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1822.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 13.9%