Cheesy Green Chile Egg Casserole
This simple, easy to make baked egg casserole is always a hit an potlucks and brunches. You won't find another easier, tastier breakfast casserole recipe anywhere!
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 270kcal
- 1 dozen eggs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups 1 pint small curd cottage cheese
- 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 4 oz. cans diced green chilies
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, beat eggs with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in flour, baking powder, salt and pepper.
Stir in cottage cheese, Mexican cheese blend, melted butter and green chilies. Pour into prepared baking dish. Bake immediately for 35-40 minutes, or until edges are browned and center is set. Alternately, you can cover and refrigerate the casserole overnight and bake the next day. You may need to add 5 minutes to the baking time. Cool for about 10 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.
Serving: 1g | Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 233mg | Sodium: 386mg | Sugar: 2g