Best 2 Cheesy Chile Casserole Recipes

If you're craving a hearty, cheesy, and flavorful casserole, a cheesy chile casserole might just be the perfect dish for you. This classic comfort food is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you prefer a spicy kick or a mild flavor, there's a cheesy chile casserole recipe out there for everyone. So gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a delicious and satisfying meal that's sure to warm you up on a chilly day.

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CHEESY GREEN CHILE CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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This chicken casserole is a warm, gooey way to eat enchiladas without having to roll each one out. Perfect for cold evenings or just when you have a craving for enchiladas.

Provided by Alicia

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons salted butter
4 each jalapeno peppers, divided, or to taste
3 each poblano peppers, divided, or to taste
3 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ lime
1 (28 ounce) can green enchilada sauce (such as El Paso®)
10 each corn tortillas
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Roughly chop 1 jalapeno pepper and 1 poblano pepper; add to the skillet with chicken and garlic. Squeeze lime over mixture and add lime rind to the skillet. Cook, covered, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear, stirring occasionally, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Meanwhile, set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place remaining jalapeno and poblano peppers onto the prepared baking sheet.
Cook peppers under the preheated broiler until the skin of the peppers has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Chop cooked chicken into small pieces and place into a bowl. Add hot peppers to the bowl, cover, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel skin from peppers, remove seeds, and slice.
Place small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan, just enough to cover the bottom. Place 5 tortillas on on top. Place 1/2 of the sliced poblano and jalapeno peppers on top of tortillas. Lay out 1/2 of the chicken and 1/2 of the Mexican cheese on top of the peppers. Spoon 1/2 of the remaining enchilada sauce on top of cheese layer. Repeat layering steps. Top with chopped cilantro.
Bake in the preheated oven until cheesy is melted and browning, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 86.8 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 763.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CHEESY CHILE CASSEROLE

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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

Ingredients

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (7 ounces) whole green chiles, rinsed and seeded
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce or 1 cup fresh salsa, drained, divided

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.

Tips:

To save time, pre-cook the ground beef and sausage before starting the casserole.
Use a variety of cheeses to create a more flavorful casserole. A good combination is cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Pepper Jack cheese.
Add some diced green chiles or poblano peppers for a spicy kick.
If you like a thicker casserole, add an extra can of cream of mushroom soup.
Top the casserole with crushed tortilla chips or Fritos for a crunchy topping.
Serve the casserole with a dollop of sour cream and salsa.

Conclusion:

Cheesy chile casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of ground beef, sausage, cheese, and chiles, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.