Chili Relleno Casserole 🌶️🧀
Cheesy, Hearty & Comforting Tex-Mex Classic
This Chili Relleno Casserole brings all the bold, comforting flavors of traditional chili rellenos into one easy, oven-baked dish. Layers of mild green chilies, seasoned ground beef, and plenty of melty cheese come together under a fluffy egg batter that bakes up golden and irresistible.
It’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or weekend gatherings—and best of all, it’s simple to prepare with pantry-friendly ingredients. Even picky eaters tend to come back for seconds!
📝 Ingredients
(Serves 6–8)
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1 can (27 oz) whole green chilies, drained and split open
(Hatch brand preferred) -
1½ pounds ground beef
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1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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4 large eggs
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1 cup whole milk
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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Cooking spray or butter for greasing the dish
👩🍳 Directions
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. -
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until beef is browned and onion is soft. Drain excess grease. Stir in garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat. -
Layer the Chilies
Arrange half of the green chilies in a single layer in the prepared baking dish, covering the bottom. -
Add Beef & Cheese
Spread the seasoned ground beef evenly over the chilies. Sprinkle with half of the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.