Chile Relleno Casserole Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
203 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chile Relleno Casserole Recipe
Description
In the Chile Relleno Casserole recipe, poblano chiles are roasted under the broiler until blackened, then steamed in a bag to loosen the skins. After peeling and deseeding, the peppers are chopped and spread evenly in a prepared casserole dish. Shredded Monterey Jack cheese is sprinkled over the peppers, adding creamy richness.
The egg-milk mixture blended with cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper is poured over the layered peppers and cheese. Baking at 450°F produces a light golden crust on top while setting the batter into a custard-like consistency inside. The casserole combines the smoky flavor of roasted poblanos with a smooth cheesy texture and a slightly grainy batter topping.
This casserole can be served hot with salsa and various toppings, making it suitable as a vegetarian main or side dish. The preparation offers an easier, baked alternative to traditional chile rellenos, with similar flavors and a comforting texture.
Ingredients
- 6 poblano chile pepper
- 8 ounces Monterey jack cheese shredded
- 3 egg
- ¼ cup milk
- ⅔ cup cornmeal
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- toppings, if desired
Instructions
- Roast the chile peppers by broiling them in the oven until the skin is blackened.
- Add the chilis to a Ziploc and allow them to steam for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Peel the blackened skin off of the peppers, then remove the seeds and chop the chilis into large pieces.
- Spray an 8x8 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Spread the chili peppers in a single layer and sprinkle the cheese on top.
- In a medium-size bowl, combine the eggs, milk, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture over the chilis and cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes until it is light golden brown on top.
- Serve immediately with your favorite salsa and any of your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 203 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 203kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 345mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 650IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 72mg | 80% |
| Calcium | 251mg | 25% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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