Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 6–8 servings
• Category: Casserole / Main Dish
• Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
• Keywords: chile rellenos casserole, green chile casserole, easy Mexican casserole, deesviral

Ingredients

• 2 (7 oz) cans whole green chiles, drained
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk or half-and-half
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or cumin

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Arrange green chiles in a single layer in the prepared dish.
3. Sprinkle Monterey Jack (or Pepper Jack) and cheddar evenly over the chiles.
4. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and optional spices until smooth.
5. Pour egg mixture evenly over the cheese and chiles.
6. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until set in the center and lightly golden on top.
7. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

• Add cooked ground beef or shredded chicken for a heartier meal.
• Serve with salsa, sour cream, or avocado on top.
• Use fresh roasted Hatch chiles when in season for extra flavor.

Why This Recipe Works

Baking replaces frying for a lighter, fuss-free version while the egg custard sets into a tender, fluffy base. The layered chiles and cheese ensure every bite is savory, melty, and full of classic chile relleno flavor.