Classic Chiles Rellenos are made by stuffing fresh charred chiles with cheese, dipping them in egg batter and frying. They’re good, but they’re quite an indulgence since they’re fried. This casserole version of Chiles Rellenos is easy to make, and it’s so much better for you too.
How to make Chiles Rellenos Casserole:
Ground turkey or chicken is cooked with onion and mixed with several spices and refried beans. Green chiles are spread into a baking dish and topped with cheese and the meat/bean mixture. Corn, more chiles, and cheese are layered next. A mixture of eggs, milk and Tabasco sauce is poured on top. That’s it! Then it’s baked, and it can be enjoyed in about an hour.
What are green chiles?
The green chiles that are called for in this recipe are canned, and you can find them in the International (Mexican food) aisle at your local market. Brands that make green chiles are El Paso, Hatch, Ortega or Las Palmas. You can either buy whole green chiles, scrape the seeds out and cut the green chiles into strips. Or you can buy the already diced green chiles and use those. I always look for chiles that are labeled as “mild,” since we don’t like things too spicy. This recipe is not spicy if you use mild chiles.
Is Chiles Rellenos Casserole Weight Watchers friendly?
Yes, this Chiles Rellenos Casserole is such a good dinner to try if you’re following the WW program. With the WW Freestyle plan, this meal is only 4 points per serving. There are six servings in the recipe, so just cut the whole pan into six equal pieces and that’s what you get for a serving. Leftovers eaten the next day are terrific too. Add a salad, and it also makes a terrific lunch.
Good garnishes for Chiles Rellenos Casserole:
If you’re worried about calories, just garnish with a little red onion and cilantro… and maybe a little salsa. If calories aren’t part of the equation, go ahead and add sour cream and avocado too!
Here are a few more recipes that call for using canned green chiles:
Santa Fe Chicken Overnight Ham and Cheese Bake Green Chile Tortilla Pie Creamy Mexican Turkey Soup Creamy Green Chile Enchilada Soup Grilled Steaks with Blue Cheese and Chiles Green Chile Rice
