Darice’s Chile Relleno Casserole

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 5

Darice's Chile Relleno Casserole recipe for a flavorful dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

338

Sugar

Fat

23g

Darice's Chile Relleno Casserole is a delicious Mexican-inspired dish that incorporates mild heat and heavy cheese, making it a flavorful, cheesy experience in every bite. It is a perfect option for dinner parties, family gatherings, or even a hot date night at home. With its spicy taste, it brings the warmness of Mexico to your table. This recipe is simple, hearty, and quick to put together. Moreover, the dish can be served with a little dollop of sour cream and garnished with a sprinkling of chopped fresh cilantro.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large bowl, shred the monterey jack and cheddar cheeses and sprinkle with flour. Mix well.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
4.	Remove the seeds and stems from the whole green chilies and stuff with the cheese mixture. Arrange in a baking dish.
5.	Pour the beaten eggs over the chilies.
6.	Mix together the green chili salsa and tomato sauce and pour over the egg mixture.
7.	Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is golden brown.

PROS

This casserole is bursting with cheesy, spicy flavor and is a crowd-pleaser.

One pan dish requiring minimal prep time is great for busy weeknights

CONS

The casserole is relatively high in calories and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Also, not recommended for those who doesn’t like too much spicy

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bell peppers contain high levels of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber and antioxidants.
Green chilies are a good source of vitamin C and folate, with some studies linking capsaicin, the compound that makes chilies spicy, to a variety of potential health benefits.

	1 lb monterey jack cheese
	1 lb cheddar cheese
	2 tablespoons white flour
	1 dozen egg
	2 lbs whole green chilies ( ortega )
	0.5 can green chili salsa
	0.5 can tomato sauce