Easy Chili Relleno Casserole Recipe

Easy Chili Relleno Casserole Recipe

from houseofnasheats.com
60 min
8 servings

This Chili Relleno Casserole recipe is a casserole version of the classic Chile Relleno dish. Made with layers of whole green chiles, Pepper Jack Cheese, cheddar cheese, and a fluffy egg batter, this vegetarian dish is perfect as a yummy side or a comforting main meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 (27-ounce) can whole green chilis
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ pound cheddar cheese, (grated)
  • ¼ pound pepper jack cheese, (grated)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. 2

    Split chilies lengthwise - no need to bother washing or removing seeds. Place half of the chilies in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese. Repeat with another layer of chilies and the remaining cheese.

  3. 3

    Blend milk, eggs, flour, salt, paprika, and pepper in a blender until smooth. Pour over chilies and cheese.

  4. 4

    Bake for 40-50 minutes until set and golden brown on top. Remove from oven and slice to serve.