Chile Relleno Casserole (Lightened up Slightly)

Name: Chile Relleno Casserole (Lightened up Slightly)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (27 ounce) can whole green chilies; 12 ounces reduced-fat monterey jack cheese; 4 ounces longhorn cheese, can substitute medium cheddar; 2 scallions, white and green parts sliced; 1 cup low-fat milk; 3 eggs; ⅓ cup flour; salt; pepper; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; 4 ounces Mexican tomato sauce, with chiles

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F Prepare a 9x13 pan by spraying it with vegetable oil spray.
2
Drain chiles, remove any seeds, membrane, or skin you find, and slice lengthwise into 1 inch strips.
3
Slice cheese into very thin slices.
4
They don't have to be even and it's okay if they crumble a bit.
5
Place a layer of chiles into the bottom of the pan.
6
They don't have to cover completely.
7
Cover with a layer of cheese (mix white and yellow) and a sprinkle of scallions.
8
Repeat this, reserving a few cheese slices and scallions for the top of the casserole.
9
Stir together milk, eggs, and flour.
10
Season with a little bit of salt and pepper and the garlic powder.
11
Pour this over the layered mix.
12
Bake in the preheated 350F oven for 25-30 minutes.
13
It's done when it doesn't wiggle when shaken, it won't brown very much.
14
Remove from the oven, top with the tomato-chile sauce and reserved cheese and scallions.
15
Bake 3-5 more minutes, until cheese begins to melt.
16
Let this stand at room temperature for about 5 minutes before serving.

642

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (27 ounce) can whole green chilies, 12 ounces reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, 4 ounces longhorn cheese, can substitute medium cheddar, 2 scallions, white and green parts sliced, and more.

Yes, Chile Relleno Casserole (Lightened up Slightly) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!