Spicy Chili Rellenos Casserole

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 45

This Tex-Mex Chile Rellenos Casserole combines flavorful ground sirloin, green chiles, and sharp cheddar cheese with a fluffy egg mixture. It’s perfect for a hearty dinner or brunch, offering a blend of savory spices with a subtle kick.

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Servings

Ingredients

1 lb ground sirloin
1/2 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup red bell pepper chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon allspice
2 cans 4 oz each chopped green chiles
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese plus extra for topping
1/2 teaspoon milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs beaten
Dash of Tabasco sauce

Toppings:

sour cream black olives (sliced), and chopped green onions

Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: In a medium-sized skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, seasoning with a pinch of salt. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and the peppers soften, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Cook Ground Sirloin: Add the ground sirloin to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, allspice, and garlic powder. Cook the meat until fully browned, taking care not to overcook, as it will continue cooking in the oven. Drain any excess fat by tilting the skillet and using a paper towel to absorb the grease.
Prepare the Casserole Base: In a 9 x 13-inch baking dish, evenly spread one can of chopped green chiles across the bottom. Sprinkle half of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the chiles.
Layer the Meat Mixture: Evenly distribute the drained ground beef and vegetable mixture over the cheese layer in the baking dish. Top the meat with the second can of chopped green chiles, followed by another layer of cheese.
Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, sour cream, flour, beaten eggs, and a dash of Tabasco sauce until smooth. This mixture will serve as the casserole’s binding agent, giving it a fluffy texture.
Pour and Bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the casserole for 45-50 minutes, or until the egg mixture has fully set and the top is golden.
Add Final Cheese Topping: About 10 minutes before the casserole finishes baking, sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top. If the casserole has not browned sufficiently by the end of the baking time, switch the oven to broil for 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Serve: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with sour cream, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions as desired.

Notes

To make this recipe gluten-free, simply replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Ensure that all other ingredients, including canned green chiles and Tabasco, are labeled gluten-free.

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