banner
logologo
search
INGREDIENTSdown
CUISINESdown

Chili Relleno Casserole

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.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
6
Yield:
1 (9x13-inch) casserole

Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • cooking spray

  • 2 (7 ounce) cans whole poblano peppers, drained

  • 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

  • 8 ounces 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 or enchilada sauce

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

  2. Evenly layer poblano peppers from 1 can in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

  3. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the Jack and Cheddar cheeses, then cover with remaining poblano peppers.

  4. Mix eggs, evaporated milk, and flour together in a bowl; add 1/2 cup milk to thin to desired consistency. Pour over chiles.

  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Pour tomato sauce evenly over the top; continue baking for 15 more minutes.

  6. Turn broiler on. Sprinkle top with remaining Jack and Cheddar cheeses. Place under the broiler until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

    A plated portion of chili rellenos casserole

    Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

    Recipe Tip

    You can use enchilada sauce in place of tomato sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

395 Calories
28g Fat
14g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 395
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 36%
Saturated Fat 16g 81%
Cholesterol 141mg 47%
Sodium 915mg 40%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 24g 47%
Vitamin C 59mg 66%
Calcium 647mg 50%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 524mg 11%

* 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.

goTop