This Chile Relleno Casserole recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic Mexican dish. Layers of roasted poblano peppers, gooey cheese, and fluffy egg make for a comforting and flavorful meal. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner!
Ingredients:
- 6 large poblano peppers
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred and blistered.
- Transfer the roasted peppers to a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let them steam for about 10 minutes. This will help loosen the skins.
- Once cooled slightly, peel off the skins from the peppers. Slice each pepper open lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- Spread half of the roasted poblano peppers evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses over the peppers.
- Sprinkle half of the flour mixture over the cheese layer.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining peppers, cheese, and flour mixture.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve slices of the Chile Relleno Casserole with optional toppings such as salsa, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
- Enjoy your delicious and flavorful meal!
