Indulge in a culinary delight with our savory Cheddar and Chile Egg Casserole, a tantalizing breakfast or brunch dish that guarantees to awaken your taste buds. This easy-to-make casserole combines the richness of cheddar cheese, the zesty kick of roasted poblano chiles, and the fluffy texture of eggs, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. You'll also find a delightful variation, the Sausage and Cheddar Egg Casserole, packing an extra punch of protein and flavor with the addition of savory sausage. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Blueberry Cream Cheese Pancake Casserole offers a delightful twist, featuring layers of fluffy pancakes, creamy cheese filling, and bursts of sweet blueberries. Each recipe promises a unique culinary experience, ensuring that every bite is a celebration of taste.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
GREEN CHILI EGG PUFF
Green chilies add a touch of Southwest flavor to this fluffy egg dish. The cottage cheese offers nice texture, and people always love the gooey Montery Jack cheese melted throughout. -Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat eggs on medium-high speed for 3 minutes or until light and lemon-colored. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to eggs and mix well. Stir in the cheeses and chiles. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 24g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 318mg cholesterol, Sodium 865mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein.
GREEN CHILE CHEDDAR EGG BAKE
Green Chile Cheddar Egg Bake is a flavorful, protein-packed, crustless quiche. It makes a satisfying breakfast any day of the week yet it's special enough to serve to guests!
Provided by Samantha Skaggs
Categories Breakfast
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Adjust oven rack to center position and preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch glass pie plate (or comparably sized baking dish) with butter or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Evenly spread green chiles in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle grated cheddar on top. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, scramble eggs. Beat in milk, salt, and pepper until well blended. Slowly pour eggs over green chiles and cheese. If any cheese is sticking up, press down on it with the back of a fork until submerged.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until center is puffy and a thin knife inserted in the center of the eggs comes out clean. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 235 mg, Sodium 514 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEN CHILI EGGS
Eggs, milk and chopped green chilies combine for a quick and easy breakfast or breakfast-as-a-light-dinner casserole.
Provided by Nancy Scoggins Keithley
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Scrambled Egg Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch pie plate.
- Whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Stir in the milk and flour, then mix in the green chilies and cheese. Pour into the prepared pie plate.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the center is set, about 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 226 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 743.9 mg, Sugar 2 g
FIESTA EGG CASSEROLE WITH PEPPERS AND CHEESE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 F.
- Lightly butter a 1-quart baking dish or pie plate.
- In a medium bowl combine the eggs, half-and-half or cream , salt, and pepper; whisk the mixture until it is smooth and well blended. Stir in chopped green chile peppers.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over bottom of the prepared baking dish and then pour the egg mixture over the shredded cheese.
- Bake the casserole for 25 to 30 minutes, or until set.
- If desired, broil for a minute or two to brown the top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 315 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 19 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SUPER EASY EGG CASSEROLE
Another husband-approved recipe. Made a couple times recently because of how easy it is to make! This recipe is easy to double or triple, but you may have to cook a bit longer if doing so.
Provided by 5MOM
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Stir Cheddar cheese, eggs, bacon, bread, red bell pepper, green onion, milk, garlic, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until well-combined; pour into prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until eggs are set, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 324.7 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 728.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CHEESY CHILE CASSEROLE
A short list of ingredients packs full flavor in this easy-to-assemble casserole. Serve it as the star of your next southwestern meal. -Phyllis Bidwell, Las Vegas, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cheeses. In a greased 2-quart baking dish, layer cheese and chiles. Whisk the eggs, flour and milk; pour over cheese mixture. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Top with half of the tomato sauce or salsa; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.
CHILE-CHEDDAR DEVILED EGGS
Steps:
- Mash 6 hard-boiled egg yolks, 2 teaspoons chopped chives, 2 teaspoons chopped chipotles in adobo sauce, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sour cream, 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 teaspoon paprika. Season with salt. Spoon into the egg whites; top with more chives.
Tips:
- For a softer, more custardy texture, use whole milk instead of skim milk.
- To add a bit of heat, use a spicy chile pepper, such as a jalapeño or serrano pepper.
- If you don't have a casserole dish, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Be sure to grease the casserole dish before adding the egg mixture.
- Bake the casserole until it is set in the center and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This cheddar and chile egg casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover eggs and cheese. The casserole can be served with a variety of toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
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