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A cheesy casserole with a golden-brown top sits in a white slow cooker, with a serving spoon and a portion missing, revealing the creamy inside.
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Green Chile Egg Casserole

This green chile egg casserole is a simple, cheesy breakfast bake with just enough heat from diced green chiles. It comes together quickly and bakes into a soft, sliceable casserole that works for brunch or meal prep.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Calories: 352kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom
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Equipment

  • CorningWare 2.5 Oval Casserole
  • Kitchenaid Handmixer

Ingredients

  • 8 large eggs
  • ½ cup half and half
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 16 ounce cottage cheese any kind
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cans green chiles diced and drained
  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • 2 cups Mexican blend cheese grated
  • 1 cup Mexican blend cheese for topping
  • ¼ cup green onions sliced
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Instructions

  • Grease a 2 - 3 quart casserole with butter or non-stick spray. Preheat the oven to 350℉.
  • Add the eggs, half and half, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into a large mixing bowl, and mix on medium speed until the mixture if frothy.
    8 large eggs, ½ cup half and half, ½ cup all-purpose flour, 1¼ teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt
  • Stir in the cottage cheese, drained diced green chiles, melted butter, grated cheese (not the portion reserved for topping!) and black pepper. Mix to combine and pour into the prepared casserole dish.
    16 ounce cottage cheese, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 2 cans green chiles, ¼ cup butter, 2 cups Mexican blend cheese
  • Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove and sprinkle the remaining portion of cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven and bake and additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the center is just slightly jiggly.
    1 cup Mexican blend cheese
  • Remove and cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving. Sprinkle fresh chopped scallions over the top and serve with a side of Pico de Gallo or sliced avocados.
    ¼ cup green onions

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 235mg | Sodium: 1289mg | Potassium: 197mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 802IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 604mg | Iron: 2mg
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