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Chile Relleno Casserole

A warm, comforting chile relleno casserole layered with tender roasted green chiles and plenty of gooey Monterey Jack and cheddar, all baked in a light, fluffy egg custard until golden, bubbly, and irresistibly cozy.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 4 eggs
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 6-12 whole green chiles (skins, seeds and stems removed)
  • 4 cups of shredded monterey jack & cheddar cheese (about a pound)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine the eggs, heavy cream, flour and salt in a medium bowl, and whisk until the batter is smooth. Set aside.
  • Grease a pie or a small casserole dish. Layer one row or green chiles, and top with 1/3 of the cheese. Repeat. Pour batter over the cheese and chiles, then top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 - 60 minutes, until golden brown on top and cooked through.