Cancun Casserole

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 13
Satisfy your cravings with the spicy and flavorful Cancun Casserole
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 corn tortillas , quartered , divided
1 cup chopped seeded green chili peppers or 1 cup canned chile
12 ounces crabmeat or 12 ounces imitation crabmeat
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese , divided
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 cups heavy cream
2 eggs
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
598
Sugar
2g
Fat
51g
The Cancun Casserole is a popular dish served in the Mexican resort city of Cancun. It has become a well-loved recipe for its flavor and simplicity. The combination of tender crabmeat and zesty green chilies is sure to impress your taste buds. This casserole can also be served with a side salad for a healthier meal option.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Arrange half of the tortillas in a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
3.Top the tortillas with half of the green chilies, crabmeat, cheese, onion, and cilantro.
4.Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortillas, green chilies, crabmeat, cheese, onion, and cilantro.
5.In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, eggs, salt, and pepper.
6.Pour the mixture over the casserole.
7.Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.

PROS

This flavorful dish is packed with protein and can be easily customized to satisfy your taste preferences.

It’s a great option for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and saturated fat due to the use of heavy cream and cheese.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it does contain valuable nutrients such as protein and calcium.
The chilies used in this recipe can also aid in digestion and boost your metabolism.

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