Simple Egg And Green Chile Casserole
This simple egg casserole combines fluffy eggs with creamy cottage cheese, sharp cheddar, and a mild kick from green chiles. It's an effortless and satisfying dish, perfect for a weekend brunch or a make-ahead breakfast.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
Allergen information: may contain eggs and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 8 pcslarge egg
- 225 gcottage cheese
- 115 gsharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 115 gcanned green chiles, chopped and drained
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tspbutter, for greasing the dish
Equipment
large bowl · spatula · whisk · oven · baking dish
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and use the butter to grease a 2-quart or 9-inch square baking dish.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Greasing the dish well prevents the eggs from sticking and makes cleanup much easier.
- 2
In a large bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until the yolks and whites are fully combined.
About 2 min
- 3
Add the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
About 2 min
- 4
Stir everything together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
About 1 min
- 5
Gently fold in the drained green chiles until they are evenly distributed throughout the egg mixture.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Make sure the chiles are well-drained to avoid a watery casserole.
- 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
About 1 min
- 7
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the center is set and doesn't jiggle when the pan is gently shaken.
About 30 min
Cook’s note: The casserole will puff up while baking and settle as it cools.
- 8
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Resting helps the casserole set, making it easier to cut into clean squares.
Keep it good
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or in a toaster oven until warmed through.
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