Green Chili and Corn Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, and bursting with Southwestern flair, this Green Chili and Corn Casserole is the ultimate comfort food dish that will elevate your dinner table. Featuring a luscious homemade cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar and cream cheese, this casserole is packed with sweet corn, zesty green chilies, and the rich flavor of cornbread mix for a perfect balance of textures and tastes. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-dish wonder comes together easily and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or weeknight dinners, this dish is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. For an extra pop of color and flavor, finish it with a sprinkle of fresh green onion slices. Whether served as a side or a hearty standalone meal, this creamy green chili corn casserole will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 7 ounces canned green chilies, diced
- 15 ounces canned corn kernels, drained
- 15 ounces canned cream-style corn
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 8.5 ounces cornbread mix
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour the milk into the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps, and cook until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the grated cheddar cheese and cream cheese until melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned green chilies, drained corn, cream-style corn, beaten eggs, cornbread mix, and the cheese sauce. Stir until fully incorporated.
Season the mixture with kosher salt and ground black pepper, then pour it into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole has set in the center.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3529 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.8 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.9 g | 490% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 844 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 7798 mg | 339% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 401.3 g | 146% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.0 g | ||
| Protein | 126.7 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 2778 mg | 214% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3136 mg | 67% | |
*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.
