Low Carb Chile Relleno Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Indulge in the bold and comforting flavors of this Low Carb Chile Relleno Casserole, a satisfying dish that combines the rich essence of roasted green chiles with layers of gooey Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. Perfect for keto and low-carb diets, this casserole is elevated with a silky egg and heavy cream mixture seasoned with cumin, garlic powder, and a touch of black pepper. A warm layer of tomato sauce ties everything together to create a dish that's both hearty and flavorful. Ready in under an hour, this simple yet irresistible casserole is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping for a crowd. Serve it on its own or with a crisp side salad for a wholesome, low-carb delight!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 6 whole Whole roasted green chiles
• 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Butter or nonstick spray

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

3. Spread half of the roasted green chiles evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.

4. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the green chiles.

5. Layer the remaining roasted green chiles on top of the cheese.

6. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and ground cumin until fully combined.

7. Pour half of the egg mixture over the layers of chiles and cheese in the baking dish.

8. In a small saucepan, heat the tomato sauce until warm, then pour it evenly over the casserole.

9. Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese and all of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

10. Pour the rest of the egg mixture over the cheese to allow it to seep into the layers.

11. Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set and the cheese is golden and bubbly.

12. Allow the casserole to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (268.9g)

Calories		406
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		31.2 g	40%
	Saturated Fat	17.5 g	87%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		264 mg	88%
Sodium		816 mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate		12.9 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	2.7 g	10%
	Total Sugars	6.5 g
Protein		21.8 g	44%
Vitamin D		1.2 mcg	6%
Calcium		451 mg	35%
Iron		1.9 mg	10%
Potassium		432 mg	9%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1677 cal (66.9%%)

Protein: 523 cal (20.9%%)

Carbs: 308 cal (12.3%%)