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Chili Relleno Casserole

A comforting casserole featuring bold flavors of ground beef, cheese, and green chilies, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Components
  • 27 ounces green chilies (1 can, whole chilies, preferably Hatch brand)
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 pound grated cheese (Monterey Jack or white cheddar)
  • 12 pieces corn tortillas Cut into 1-inch wide strips
  • 16 ounces refried beans
  • 4 large eggs, beaten well
  • 0.25 cup flour
  • 0.5 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • 0.25 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by spraying it with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, flour, evaporated milk, hot sauce, paprika, onion powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat along with the chopped onions until the onions are soft and the meat is browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the refried beans to the skillet with the ground beef and mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Layer half of the tortilla strips in the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  4. Arrange half of the green chilies evenly over the tortilla strips, followed by half of the grated cheese.
  5. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla strips, green chilies, and cheese.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  7. Spread the meat and bean mixture over the egg mixture.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top of the casserole.
  9. Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil for the last 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting and flavorful Chili Relleno Casserole!

Notes

Tip: Garnish with sour cream, fresh cilantro, or sliced jalapeños for added flavor. You can use fresh or frozen green chilies if canned ones are not available. For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the meat mixture or choose a spicy cheese. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or corn for added flavor and texture.