Description
Green Chile Egg Casserole from Pioneer Woman promises a spicy breakfast adventure. Hearty layers of eggs, chiles, and cheese create a zesty morning meal that will energize you from the first delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 eggs
- 7 ounces (198 grams) canned mild chopped green chiles
- 6 ounces (170 grams) Monterey jack cheese, grated
- 8 ounces (226 grams) sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Liquid Ingredients:
- ½ cup milk
Thickening and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F (175°C), ensuring an even temperature throughout.
- Carefully grate Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, then distribute approximately two-thirds across the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch (23×33 centimeters) baking dish, creating a uniform cheese foundation.
- Scatter chopped green chiles evenly over the initial cheese layer, providing a subtle textural and flavor base.
- Create a smooth flour mixture by first blending flour with a small portion of milk, whisking to eliminate potential lumps and gradually incorporating remaining milk until achieving a silky consistency.
- Introduce whole eggs into the milk mixture, seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then whisk vigorously to ensure complete integration and a homogeneous texture.
- Gently pour the egg mixture over the cheese and chile layers, ensuring complete and even coverage across the entire baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese mixture on top, creating a delectable golden surface that will develop during baking.
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven’s center rack, allowing 25 to 35 minutes of cooking time until eggs are completely set and slightly firm in the middle.
- Once baked, remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for approximately 5 minutes, enabling internal temperatures to stabilize and flavors to meld.
- Slice and serve warm, presenting a delightful and comforting dish perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Notes
- Whip up this crowd-pleasing casserole in advance and store in the freezer for up to three months, ensuring a quick and delicious meal is always within reach.
- Reheat leftovers directly from the refrigerator or freezer, maintaining the dish’s creamy texture and bold southwestern flavors.
- Experiment with protein additions like crispy bacon, diced ham, or plant-based alternatives to personalize your breakfast experience.
- Gluten-free bakers can swap traditional flour with almond or coconut flour without sacrificing the casserole’s luxurious consistency.
- Combine sharp Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses to create a molten, flavor-packed base that perfectly balances the mild green chile heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg