How to Make Chile Relleno Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chile Relleno Casserole is a delicious and flavorful Mexican dish that is perfect for when you're craving something comforting and satisfying. This easy-to-make casserole is a savory blend of roasted poblano peppers, gooey cheese, and a rich sauce that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Originating from Mexico, chile rellenos are traditionally made by stuffing roasted and peeled poblano peppers with cheese, then dipping them in an egg batter and frying them until they are golden...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 (4 ounce) cans whole green chile peppers, drained
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 4 eggs
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine ground beef and onions and sauté for 5 to 10 minutes, or until browned; drain excess fat.
  • Arrange 1 can of chile peppers on the bottom of a 7x11-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half cheese and top with meat mixture. Sprinkle meat mixture with remaining cheese, followed by next can of chile peppers.
  • In a medium bowl, combine eggs, flour, and milk, whisking until smooth. Pour this into the baking dish over chile peppers. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool for about 5 minutes before cutting.
  • Nutrition

    511 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 17g
    • Cholesterol: 258mg
    • Sodium: 886mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 368mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 556mg