Best Tasty & Simple Chili Relleno Casserole (Brunch~Lunch~Dinner~Potlucks)

Absolutely Delicious! I am a chili relleno connoisseur ~ 

Whenever we visit a new Mexican restaurant, 

whether fancy or tiny, I always try their chili relleno. 

I make traditional chili rellenos from scratch and

I also make a couple of casserole style dishes. This

is the only casserole that includes a sauce on top and

this quick and easy version really does taste like a chili relleno!

Ingredients:

cooking oil spray

3 (7 ounce) cans whole green chilies

16 ounces Colby Jack cheese**grated

5 eggs

1 1/4 cups whole or 2% milk

1/4 cup all purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 (8 ounce) can red enchilada sauce

sour cream (optional garnish)

chopped fresh cilantro (optional garnish)

Method:

Preheat oven to 350*. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking oil and set aside.

Empty the cans of green chilies into a colander. Make a lengthwise slice in each chili. Rinse out the seeds and pat dry with paper towels. Layer half of the chilies in the prepared pan. Sprinkle half  of the cheese over the chilies. Top with the remaining chilies. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

In a large bowl, or 8 cup measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, milk, flour and baking powder until well combined. Pour over the layers in the pan. Bake for 25 minutes.

Remove from the oven. Pour the enchilada sauce over the top, carefully spreading to cover the entire casserole. Return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes. Remove and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Cut into 12 to 15 portions. If desired, garnish with a small dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat individual portions in a microwave oven for 90 seconds. Reheat in a conventional oven, covered with foil, at 350* for 20 minutes. Place portions in a pie pan or other oven proof dish and reheat in an air fryer: baking setting, 325*, for 6 to 10 minutes.

**8 ounces Pepper Jack cheese and 8 ounces cheddar cheese may be substituted if you prefer a spicier dish.

Notes: This very simple casserole definitely is an excellent substitute for labor intensive traditional chili rellenos! It is perfect to serve for brunch, lunch, at pot lucks, or dinner. 🌶