Chile Relleno Casserole

Chile Relleno Casserole

Healthy Fact of the Day

Poblano peppers are rich in vitamin C and capsaicin, which may boost metabolism. They’re milder than jalapeños, making this dish approachable for those who enjoy gentle heat with bold flavor.

September 1, 2025

Chile Relleno Casserole

Chile Relleno Casserole

Recipe by Daily Disher

Chile Relleno Casserole transforms the beloved Mexican dish into a family-friendly baked casserole with roasted poblano peppers, melted cheddar cheese, and a fluffy egg custard base.

Course: Main

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Cuisine: Mexican

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Difficulty: Easy

Servings

6

Prep time

20 minutes

Cooking time

40 minutes

Calories

320 kcal

1 hour


Ingredients

6 whole Poblano peppers

2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded

6 medium Eggs

½ cup Milk

1 tsp Salt

½ tsp Black pepper

1 cup Tomato sauce


Directions

1.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a donut pan with baking spray or butter.

2.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

3.

In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg, whisking until the mixture is smooth.

4.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

5.

Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6.

Carefully spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.

7.

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

8.

Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.


Nutrition Facts

Total number of serves:

4 servings

Calories:

320kcal

Cholesterol:

0mg

Sodium:

620mg

Potassium:

400mg

Sugar:

8g

Protein:

6g

Calcium:

60mg

Iron:

2mg

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This Chile Relleno Casserole brings all the smoky, cheesy goodness of traditional chile rellenos to your dinner table in an easy-to-make casserole format. Roasted poblano peppers are layered with melted cheddar cheese and baked in a creamy egg custard until golden and set. It’s comfort food with a Mexican twist that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or feeding a crowd.

If you love bold Mexican flavors, you’ll want to try our Tamale Casserole for another hearty, family-style dish with similar comfort appeal. For more poblano pepper goodness, our Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos showcase these mild chilies in a completely different but equally delicious way.

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