Chile Relleno Casserole

This chile rellenos casserole made with layers of ground beef and green chile peppers is an easy version of the classic Mexican stuffed peppers.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 511 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 (4 ounce) cans whole green chile peppers, drained
• 1.5 cups milk
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine ground beef and onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes; drain excess fat.

Step 3

Arrange 1 can of chile peppers on the bottom of a 7x11-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the cheese and top with meat mixture. Sprinkle meat mixture with remaining cheese, followed by next can of chile peppers.

Step 4

Combine eggs, flour, and milk in a medium bowl, whisking until smooth; pour into baking dish over chile peppers. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool briefly before serving.