Chile Relleno Casserole 🌶️

Enjoy the bold and savory flavors of Chile Relleno in a convenient casserole form! This dish is full of roasted poblano peppers, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and a flavorful egg mixture, creating a perfect balance of creamy, cheesy goodness with a little kick.

Ingredients:

For the Casserole:

• 4-6 poblano peppers
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt & pepper
• 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

For the Egg Mixture:

• 4 large eggs
• ½ cup skim milk
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

1. Roast the Peppers:
   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Drizzle olive oil over the poblano peppers and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange them on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 25 minutes, until the peppers begin to char and blister.
2. Steam and Peel the Peppers:
   Remove the peppers from the oven and transfer them to a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let them sit for 15 minutes to steam. Once cooled, remove the stems, seeds, and peel off the charred skin.
3. Prepare the Casserole:
   Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9-inch baking dish with non-stick spray. Arrange a layer of roasted peppers in the bottom of the dish. Top with half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, then repeat the layers with the remaining peppers and cheese.
4. Make the Egg Mixture:
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, skim milk, flour, baking powder, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5. Assemble and Bake:
   Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered peppers and cheese. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the eggs are puffed up, the edges are golden, and the center is set.
6. Cool and Serve:
   Remove from the oven and let the casserole set for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4

This Chile Relleno Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings the warmth and richness of Chile Relleno to your table in a simple and satisfying way! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.