This chili relleno casserole is very easy to prepare and is loaded with flavor. It’s great for a busy weeknight and good enough for company.
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 2 (7 ounce) cans whole green chile peppers, drained
- 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces Longhorn or Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ cup milk (Optional)
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Step 2
Evenly layer 1 can chile peppers in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the Jack and Cheddar cheeses, then cover with remaining chile peppers.
Step 3
Mix together eggs, evaporated milk, and flour in a bowl; add 1/2 cup milk to thin to desired consistency. Pour over chiles.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Pour tomato sauce evenly over the top; continue baking for 15 more minutes.
Step 5
Turn broiler on. Sprinkle top with remaining Jack and Cheddar cheeses. Place under the broiler until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
Tips
You can use enchilada sauce in place of tomato sauce.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 387 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat28g | 35% |
Saturated Fat17g | 84% |
Cholesterol140mg | 47% |
Sodium1449mg | 63% |
Total Carbohydrate12g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 5% |
Total Sugars7g | |
Protein24g | |
Vitamin C48mg | 238% |
Calcium644mg | 50% |
Iron2mg | 9% |
Potassium451mg | 10% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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