Best 7 Lower Fat Chiles Chiles Rellenos Casserole Recipes

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When it comes to classic Mexican food, chile relleno casserole is a dish that is sure to please. Traditionally, this casserole is made with poblano peppers, cheese, and a rich tomato sauce. However, for those looking for a lighter version, there are several ways to reduce the fat content without sacrificing flavor. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can create a delicious and satisfying lower fat chile relleno casserole that the whole family will enjoy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PUFFY CHILES RELLENOS CASSEROLE



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Here's a wonderfully zesty casserole that's much lower in fat and easier to assemble than traditional chile rellenos. I don't remember where I got the recipe, but I've enjoyed this layered entree for years. --Marilyn Morey of Mallard, Iowa.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cans (7 ounces each) whole green chiles, drained
8 flour tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1-inch strips
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3 cups egg substitute
3/4 cup fat-free milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup salsa

Steps:

  • Cut along one side of each chile and open to lie flat. Coat a 13x9-in. baking dish with cooking spray. Layer half of the chiles, tortilla strips, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses in prepared dish. Repeat layers. , In a small bowl, beat the egg substitute, milk, garlic powder, cumin, pepper and salt. Pour over cheese. Sprinkle with paprika., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until puffy and a knife inserted 2 in. from the edge of the pan comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHANNON'S LOWER FAT CHILE RELLENO



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A twist on the Mexican original. This dish freezes well to be thawed and baked later! Serve over Spanish rice with tortillas and salsa on the side, if desired.

Provided by SPERTE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
4 fresh green chile peppers
4 slices lowfat Monterey Jack cheese
1 egg white
2 tablespoons water
½ cup cornmeal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pound chicken breasts with a mallet until flat. Cut green chile peppers in half and remove seeds. Place one chile pepper on each chicken breast. Insert a slice of cheese inside each chile pepper. Roll up breasts and secure with toothpicks.
  • Dunk each chicken roll in a bowl filled with egg white and water, then roll in cornmeal. Place coated chicken on a lightly greased cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until tops are lightly browned and cheese is oozing out of the sides. Remove toothpicks and serve.
  • To Freeze Ahead: Place each chicken breast roll in a separate resealable plastic bag and put in freezer. To prepare for serving, remove from the freezer and thaw. Preheat oven. Place thawed chicken on a lightly greased cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven as before.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 88.4 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 339.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

LOW-FAT EASY CHEESY CHILE RELLENO CASSEROLE



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I'm searching for easy low-fat recipes on the 'net. There are more recipes on 'Zaar that are similar, but this one was different. This one was found at the Care2 website @ http://www.care2.com/greenliving/easy-cheesy-chile-relleno-casserole.html Adapted from Healthy Homestyle Cooking, by Evelyn Tribole (Rodale Press, 1994). Here is a family favorite in a low-fat reincarnation that's better for you than the original, but without sacrificing taste. The final product tastes rich and creamy, zesty and cheesy, with only a fraction of the fat: a great way to celebrate the day.

Provided by SassiFras

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 (4 ounce) cans green chili peppers, whole, drained
1 cup evaporated skim milk
4 egg whites
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups reduced-fat monterey jack cheese, finely shredded
2 cups reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly spray a 1 1/2-quart casserole with no-stick spray and set aside.
  • 2. Wear disposable gloves to do this so you don't accidentally get burned by the hot pepper juice: Slit the chili peppers in half lengthwise. Remove and discard seeds. Rinse and drain peppers on paper towels.
  • 3. In a medium bowl, beat together the milk, egg whites, and flour until smooth; set aside.
  • 4. In another bowl, combine the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses. Set 1/2 cup of this cheese mixture aside for the topping.
  • 5. To assemble the casserole, layer half each of the chili peppers, the cheese mixture, and egg mixture. Repeat layers with remaining chili peppers, cheese mixture, and egg mixture.
  • 6. Pour the tomato sauce over the top, then bake 30 minutes. Sprinkle with reserved 1/2 cup cheese mixture and bake about 20 minutes more or until knife inserted near top comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.3, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 17.5, Sodium 750.4, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 9.9, Protein 26.3

LOWER FAT CHILES (CHILES) RELLENOS CASSEROLE



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You know the John Wayne Chile Relleno casserole? The rich, eggy, cheesy one that everyone always loves? Well - it's yummy but it's fattening! Here's a delicious lower fat variation that yields a similar casserole with no guilt! Utilizes reduced fat cheese, sour cream and egg substitute for pretty darn good results!

Provided by SaraFish

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded (Sargento's is one brand)
1 cup evaporated skim milk
3/4 cup fat free egg substitute or 3 beaten eggs
6 corn tortillas, torn into 2 inch pieces
2 (4 ounce) cans chopped mild green chilies
1/2 cup mild chunky salsa
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
fat free sour cream or light sour cream

Steps:

  • Spray a large deep dish pie pan, or a deep square baking pan with Pam.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup cheese, milk, egg, tortillas, chilies, salsa and salt.
  • Mix well and pour into pan.
  • Bake at 375 about 30 minutes until set.
  • Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese and cilantro over top and bake another couple of minutes until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with a dollop of sour cream.

EASY CHILES RELLENOS CASSEROLE



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I love green chiles and cook with them often when I entertain. This easy version of the classic Mexican dish gives you big pepper taste in every meaty bite. -Nadine Estes, Alto, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (7 ounces) whole green chiles
1-1/2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
3/4 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup whole milk
4 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Split chiles and remove seeds; dry on paper towels. Arrange chiles on the bottom of a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with cheese. In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Spoon over the cheese. , In a bowl, beat milk, eggs, flour, salt and pepper until smooth; pour over beef mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 45-50 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 212mg cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

HEALTHIER BAKED CHILES RELLENOS



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I love chile rellenos so this is a healthier baked version. It can be either be a main entree or a fabulous side. Serve with Spanish rice, guacamole, and tortillas.

Provided by Monique Flannagan

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 large poblano peppers
4 extra large eggs
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup 2% milk
1 drizzle extra-virgin olive oil
1 ¾ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ (8 ounce) jar salsa
⅛ cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Cut poblano peppers in half and tear off stems and veins; discard seeds.
  • Roast peppers on the preheated grill, turning often, until soft and charred, about 5 minutes. Cool until easily handled, about 10 minutes. Wipe off or peel skins and discard.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs, flour, and salt together vigorously in a medium mixing bowl. Flour may still be a bit clumpy but it will eventually dissolve during cooking process. Add milk and beat again.
  • Drizzle olive oil in a 9x13-inch baking dish then place poblanos in, cut sides-up. Fill poblanos evenly with cheese. Pour the egg mixture over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until egg mixture is slightly firm, about 22 minutes.
  • Mix tomato sauce and salsa together in a bowl. Pour on top of egg mixture; add Cheddar cheese on top. Turn the oven's broiler on.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 126.6 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 785.2 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

CHILES RELLENOS CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chiles Rellenos Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 lb ground chicken
1 cup chopped onion
1 3/4 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
2 (4 ounce) cans whole green chilies
1 cup colby-monterey jack cheese
1 cup corn, drained
1/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/3 cups skim milk
1/8 teaspoon hot sauce
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 egg whites

Steps:

  • Cook the chicken and onion in a non-stick pan over medium high heat until brown.
  • Combine chicken mixture with cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and beans in a bowl.
  • Cut chilis in half, and arrange a layer on the bottom of a 9x12 baking dish.
  • Layer 1/2 of the cheese and 1/2 corn on top, leaving a small border.
  • Spread chicken mixture on top of cheese, also leaving a border, and repeat the layers.
  • Mix the flour and salt in a bowl.
  • Add milk and hot sauce.
  • Stir in eggs and whites.
  • Pour this mixture over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until set.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.5, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 112.4, Sodium 730.6, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 4.9, Protein 23.5

Tips:

  • To reduce fat, use low-fat cheese and evaporated skim milk instead of whole milk and regular cheese. You can also use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. When ready to bake, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have a large enough baking dish, you can divide the casserole between two smaller dishes.
  • To add a bit of spice, use a can of diced green chilies instead of mild diced green chilies.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Chiles rellenos casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. With a few simple tips, you can make this casserole even healthier and tastier. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chiles rellenos casserole a try!

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