Cheese Green Chili Strata
Wake up your taste buds with this irresistible Cheese Green Chili Strata, a make-ahead breakfast or brunch casserole bursting with bold flavors and creamy textures. Layers of tender, cubed day-old bread are soaked in a rich, spiced egg custard infused with whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of cumin. The dish features a perfect pairing of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, complemented by the subtle kick of mild green chilis. Baked until golden and bubbly, this strata is easy to prepare yet impressively indulgent, making it ideal for Sunday brunch or holiday mornings. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra pop of freshness and enjoy warm, cheesy bites that deliver comfort in every forkful. Perfect for crowds and conveniently prepped the night before, this dish is your solution for stress-free entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Day-old bread (cubed)
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 4-ounce cans Canned diced green chilis (mild)
- 8 pieces Large eggs
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.
Spread the cubed bread evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
Sprinkle the diced green chilis over the bread, ensuring even distribution.
Top the chilis with shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in an even layer.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, chilis, and cheese in the baking dish. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to ensure it absorbs the liquid.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Remove the plastic wrap and bake the strata in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Allow the strata to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 276.4 g | 354% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.7 g | 748% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2160 mg | 720% | |
| Sodium | 9229 mg | 401% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.4 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 221.1 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.0 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 3753 mg | 289% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 2187 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
