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Chile Relleno Casserole

Delicious Chile Relleno Casserole Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinner

A simple yet flavorful Chile Relleno Casserole that’s perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Peppers
  • 4 pieces Poblano peppers Roasted
Meat
  • 1 lb Ground beef
Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Sliced jalapeños
Dairy
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Sour cream
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Roast the Poblano peppers until the skin is charred, then peel and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, cook the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk, then stir in the cheese, cumin, and chili powder.
  5. Layer the roasted Poblano peppers in a baking dish, pour the ground beef mixture over them, and then pour the egg mixture on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes until set.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  8. Serve topped with sour cream, chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18g

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead of time for meal prep. Simply assemble and refrigerate before baking.

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