Chili Relleno Casserole with Beef

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This Chili Relleno Casserole with Beef layers whole chilies, browned ground beef, a creamy egg and milk mixture, and shredded cheddar cheese baked until set and golden. The casserole delivers a comforting texture with savory beef and the mild heat and flavor of whole chilies, all held together by the custard-like batter. It offers a satisfying, layered dish that can be served as a hearty main meal.

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

50 mins

Total Time

1 hr

Servings: 8

Calories: 464 kcal

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

16 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
4 egg
1 1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1 can whole chilies Ortega brand
1 pound ground beef cooked (browned and crumbled)

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 350°F.
Beat together milk, flour, eggs, salt and pepper.
Layer in a 9x13-inch casserole dish: chilies, beef, liquid mixture, then cheese.
Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
Bake for 50 minutes.

Notes

Ground beef can be omitted to make the casserole meatless.
Layer the ingredients carefully to ensure even cooking and texture.
Use whole canned chilies for authentic texture and flavor in the casserole.

Nutrition Information

Calories 464kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 33g (51%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Cholesterol 186mg (62%) Sodium 488mg (20%) Potassium 307mg (7%) Fiber 0g (0%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 760IU (15%) Vitamin C 1.7mg (2%) Calcium 483mg (48%) Iron 2.2mg (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 464

% Daily Value*

Calories	464kcal	23%
Carbohydrates	9g	3%
Protein	28g	56%
Fat	33g	51%
Saturated Fat	17g	85%
Cholesterol	186mg	62%
Sodium	488mg	20%
Potassium	307mg	7%
Fiber	0g	0%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	760IU	15%
Vitamin C	1.7mg	2%
Calcium	483mg	48%
Iron	2.2mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.