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Chili Relleno Casserole

A delightful twist on a classic Mexican dish featuring roasted peppers, savory cheese, and a creamy egg mixture, perfect for any meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chili relleno, casserole, Mexican food, comfort food
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large poblano peppers
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Olive oil for roasting

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame until charred, then place in a bag to steam.
  • Once cooled, peel the skins off and slice the peppers open, removing seeds.
  • In a bowl, combine the eggs, sour cream, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread a layer of diced tomatoes in a greased baking dish.
  • Layer half of the roasted peppers on top of the tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle half of the cheese over the peppers.
  • Pour half of the egg mixture over the layers.
  • Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until set and golden on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 2g