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Easy Chile Rellenos Casserole
This quiche-like casserole made up of layers of green chiles and cheese is a meal even the most novice cook can put together!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 145 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 8 whole roasted green chiles or 2 (7 ounce) cans whole green chiles
- 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese or Pepper Jack Cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 whole eggs + 1 egg white
- 1 cup lowfat evaporated milk
- hot sauce to taste
- Pinch of kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup whole wheat or all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup green salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- In a blender or with a bowl and whisk, blend/whisk the eggs, milk, hot sauce, salt, pepper and flour until combined.
- If you’re using fresh roasted green chiles peel off the charred skin, cut of the stem and remove the seeds.
- Slice the chiles in half lengthwise and lay half of them flat in the bottom of an 8x8 casserole dish or a rectangular one similar in size.
- Add 1/3 of the cheese on top of the chiles. Repeat, by adding another layer of chiles and 1/3 of the cheese.
- Pour the egg mixture over the top.
- Top with the green salsa and the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly and the top is golden brown.
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Notes
- SUBSTITUTIONS
- STORAGE
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, cut the casserole into squares after baking. Wrap each piece well in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Transfer to a freezer safe zipped-top bag. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Whole Roasted Green Chiles: You can also use canned whole green chiles to make it easier. Roast fresh chiles on the grill or under the broiler in your oven.
- Flour: You can substitute with almond flour if desired.
- Green Salsa: Use green salsa for authentic flavor. Red salsa is not recommended as it does not yield the same flavor.
Nutrition Information
Serving
0g
Calories
145kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
63mg
(21%)
Sodium
455mg
(19%)
Potassium
87mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
345IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
6.2mg
(7%)
Calcium
146mg
(15%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0g | |
| Calories | 145kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 455mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 87mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 345IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 6.2mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 146mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.