Green Chile Squares
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly cheesy Green Chile Squares, a crowd-pleasing blend of Southwestern flavor and comfort food indulgence. This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, sharp cheddar, and mild diced green chiles for a savory, mildly spicy bite that melts in your mouth. With just 10 minutes of prep time, the mixture bakes to golden brown perfection in a single pan, making it ideal for brunch spreads, potlucks, or a quick snack. Serve these squares warm to showcase their gooey texture, or pack them for an on-the-go treat. Simple yet delicious, Green Chile Squares are destined to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 4-ounce cans diced mild green chiles
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until well-blended.
Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together, then gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the eggs until smooth.
Fold in the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced green chiles (with liquid drained), and melted butter. Mix until evenly combined.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes, then slice into squares and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.5 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 132 mg | 3% | |
*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.
