Best 8 Cheesy Green Chili Frittata Recipes

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Craving a delectable dish that combines the flavors of cheese, green chilies, and eggs? Look no further! Explore various recipes for the delectable "cheesy green chili frittata," a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds. Indulge in the journey of discovering the perfect recipe, catering to your unique preferences and dietary needs. Let the tantalizing aroma of melted cheese, vibrant green chilies, and fluffy eggs awaken your senses as you embark on this culinary adventure.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN CHILE FRITTATA



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This rich recipe is great for either a brunch or breakfast. You can make this a day ahead if you want to serve it for an early morning breakfast. Just reheat in the microwave. You may use any combination of cheese in this recipe, even non-fat.

Provided by Melanie

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Frittata Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 eggs, beaten
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, drained
1 (16 ounce) container low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix the eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the green chile peppers, cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, and melted butter. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), and continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes. Cool slightly, and cut into small squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 213.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 620.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

GREEN CHILE FRITTATA



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This simple frittata packs a big punch when it comes to flavor. It's full of potatoes, sausage, green chiles and cheese for a complete breakfast all in one dish. Make it ahead and heat up for breakfast throughout the week. A quick salsa made with diced canned tomatoes goes on the side for extra flavor and color.

Provided by Gabriela Rodiles

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
6 ounces sweet or spicy sausage links, casings removed
1 cup shredded hash browns, thawed
6 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
3 tablespoons cottage cheese
One 4-ounce can mild diced green chiles
One 14-ounce can petite fire roasted diced tomatoes, lightly drained
Half a small white onion, diced
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
Juice of 1 lime

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until just browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet. Add the hash browns and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden in spots, about 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the eggs to a medium bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Whisk to combine, and then stir in the Cheddar and cottage cheese.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir the sausage and green chiles into the skillet to combine.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, until the mixture is thick, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to the oven and cook until set, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro and lime juice in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Run a rubber spatula around the edge of the skillet and slide the frittata onto a cutting board. Cut into wedges and serve with the salsa.

CHEESY GREEN CHILI RICE



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This creamy rice dish is a nice addition to a spicy meal. When I first tried it at a church potluck, I knew I had to have the recipe.-Laurie Fisher, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups hot cooked long grain rice
2 cups sour cream
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles, drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the rice, sour cream, cottage cheese, salt and pepper. Spoon half of the mixture into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Layer with half of the chiles and cheese. Repeat layers., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 22g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

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

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 GREEN CHILI FRITTATA



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Perfect for a Sunday brunch but wonderful any ol' time. Cook's Notes: This recipe can be easily doubled. It is plenty as is if there are side dishes to accompany it but may not be enough for more than 3 or 4 eaters if it is the only dish. Also, feel free to garnish with yummy things like sour cream, pico de gallo, salsa, avocado slices, etc.

Provided by RedhairMac

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
8 ounces small curd cottage cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons melted butter (do not use margarine)
1 small roma tomato (to garnish) (optional)
1 -2 fresh basil leaf, chopped to garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Grease an 8"x12" baking dish (I use an oval dish). (Can use 9"x13" pan but frittata will not be as thick).
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs with a fork; then add flour, baking powder, salt & pepper and mix until well combined.
  • Stir in the green chills, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese and butter.
  • Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Garnish with tomato slices (I use 3) and chopped basil leaves.
  • Bake uncovered for 15 minutes at 400 degrees. Reduce heat to 325 degrees and continue baking for about 35 minutes or until well set.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.9, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 272.2, Sodium 1103.6, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 19

CHILI-CHEESE RICE FRITTATA



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You don't need to fuss with a crust when you fix this hearty breakfast bake that makes the most of leftover rice. "It's pretty, tasty and always get raves," writes Betty Archibald of Boise, Idaho.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium red onion, chopped
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 cups cooked rice
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
5 large eggs
1/3 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Picante sauce or salsa

Steps:

  • In a 10-in. ovenproof skillet, saute the green pepper and onions in butter. Remove from the heat; stir in the rice, cheese, tomato and chilies. in a bowl, combine the eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt and hot pepper sauce. Stir into the rice mixture., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cut into wedges; serve with picante sauce or salsa.

Nutrition Facts :

GREEN CHILI AND CHORIZO BREAKFAST STRATA



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Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Egg     Brunch     Bake     New Year's Day     Sausage     Fall     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

14 to 16 ounces chorizo sausage, casing removed
2 1/2 cups whole milk
5 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 6 1/2x4 1/2-inch slices sourdough bread, crusts trimmed
1 3/4 cups shredded hot pepper Monterey Jack cheese (about 7 ounces)
1 4-ounce can chopped mild green chilies, drained
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Butter 8-cup soufflé or baking dish. Sauté chorizo in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer chorizo to plate lined with paper towels; drain well.
  • Whisk next 5 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Place 2 bread slices in bottom of prepared dish. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup cheese and half each of chilies, cilantro and chorizo. Pour 1/3 of egg mixture over. Repeat layering with 2 bread slices, 3/4 cup cheese and remaining chilies, cilantro and chorizo. Pour half of remaining egg mixture over. Top with 2 bread slices. Pour remaining egg mixture over and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Cover; chill overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake strata uncovered until puffed and golden, about 55 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

GREEN CHILI FRITTATA



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This makes a nice luncheon dish or for any light meal. I have also cut it into smaller squares and served it an an hous d'oeuvre.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
10 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 lb butter, melted and slightly cooled
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated
3 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. butter a 9 by 13-inch shallow baking dish. Mix flour and baking powder. Add eggs and butter, blending well. Blend in remaining ingredients. Put mixture in the prepared baking dish and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until set. Cut into squares and serve hot.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your frittata the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the eggs. The frittata should be cooked through, but the eggs should still be slightly runny in the center.
  • Be creative with your toppings. You can add almost anything you like to a frittata, so feel free to experiment with different flavors and textures.
  • Serve the frittata warm or at room temperature. It's also delicious the next day, so you can make it ahead of time for a quick and easy breakfast or lunch.

Conclusion:

The Cheesy Green Chili Frittata is an easy and delicious recipe that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover chili, and it's also a healthy and satisfying meal. Plus, it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!

So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the Cheesy Green Chili Frittata a try. You won't be disappointed!

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