Cheesy Green Chili Egg Casserole
A simple combination of eggs, spices, green chiles, lots of cheese, and creamy cottage cheese for a light and fluffy casserole. This Cheesy Green Chili Egg Casserole makes a tasty breakfast or brunch for any occasion.
Cheesy Green Chili Egg Casserole was something my mom starting bringing to our Christmas brunch many years ago. This was a nice addition because it felt a little lighter paired with buttery cinnamon rolls and bacon.
Simple Cheesy Egg Casserole
I love this egg casserole because it’s super easy to put together. You basically dump all the ingredients in a bowl and mix, and without any meat to cook it can be assembled in minutes.
This has a very mild green chili taste and really just adds a pop of flavor to the eggs. And let’s not forget all the cheese- sharp cheddar gives the eggs extra richness while the Jack cheese is mild and buttery. Kids, adults, and everyone always loves it.
For a meatier casserole with all the extras try my Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole which can also be made a day in advance for an easy morning brunch experience.
What You’ll Need
- Eggs- This recipe calls for 12 large eggs.
- Baking powder and all-purpose flour- The flour thickens the casserole, while the baking powder will help create fluffy eggs.
- Pantry Seasonings
- Cottage cheese- This helps keep the eggs moist and adds a nice texture. And if you don’t like cottage cheese you won’t even know it’s in there.
- Cheese- I love using sharp cheddar cheese with any egg casserole. Monterey Jack cheese also melts really nice and adds a creamy, buttery layer.
- Melted butter
- Green chiles- I use mild green chiles but you can also use medium or even hot if you want it super spicy.
Step-by-Step Cheesy Green Chili Egg Casserole
See full instructions in recipe card below
Step One. If baking the same day, preheat oven to 350℉ otherwise just proceed to step two.
Step Two. In a large mixing bowl add eggs and beat with a hand mixer until fluffy and frothy. Add baking powder, flour, and seasonings. Beat again until well combined.
Step Three. Next add cottage cheese, cheddar and Jack, melted butter, and green chiles. Use a spatula to stir and combine. Pour mixture into a greased baking dish.
Step Four. Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden around the edges and eggs are set in the center.
Substitutions
- Cheese- Add other cheeses you might enjoy like pepper Jack, mozzarella, gruyere, or fontina cheese.
- Add meat- You can certainly add your favorite cooked breakfast meat like ham, sausage, or bacon.
- Other veggies- Add sautéed peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
- Herbs and seasonings- Fresh herbs add a nice touch. Try parsley, thyme, or basil. Or add other seasonings and spices like chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, or garlic powder.
Tips
- đź’ˇFor a cheesier egg casserole- When the casserole is almost baked, add another layer of cheese over the top and finish baking. This not only looks appealing but adds another layer of cheesiness.
- đź’ˇMake ahead- This casserole can be made one-day in advance. Simply assemble the casserole and place covered and unbaked in the refrigerator overnight. Allow the casserole to set at room temperature for 30-minutes before proceeding with the baking instructions.
- đź’ˇSet out toppings- This is a great casserole to offer toppings like fresh avocado, sour cream and salsa, hot sauce, fresh cilantro, or even ketchup and mustard.
Common Questions
No, this is not spicy, however, you can add a can of medium or even spicy green chiles. I like to use mild so everyone can enjoy it and then serve hot sauce on the side.
Even if you don’t like cottage cheese you won’t taste or see it in the casserole. The cottage cheese offers structure to the casserole and keeps the eggs moist.
The best way to test this is by using a knife to insert in the center of the baking dish, if it comes out clean, the eggs are done. You can also use your finger by lightly tapping on the center. If the eggs spring back, it is done.
Yes! As a matter of fact, the eggs reheat beautifully after frozen and actually make a great meal prep item for busy mornings. Make sure eggs are completely cooled. Place individual squares in a large freezer safe bag in a single layer. Remove as much air as possible, then place in the freezer for up to 2 months. Heat one square on a microwave safe plate covered with a paper towel for 3-3 1/2 minutes or until completely heated through.
Cheesy Green Chili Egg Casserole
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- hand mixer
- 1 9Ă—13-inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-fat or whole milk cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 3/4 tsp all-purpose seasoned salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 (7) ounce can, mild green chiles
Instructions
If baking same day preheat oven to 350℉ and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl add eggs and use a hand mixer to beat on medium speed until fluffy and frothy, about 5-minutes.
- Add baking powder, flour, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Continue to beat until well combined, about 1-minute.
- Next add cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, Jack cheese, melted butter, and green chiles. Use a spatula to stir and combine, then pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown around the edges and the eggs are set in the center. Use a knife to insert in the center and if it comes out clean the casserole is cooked.
- Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into squares.
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Other Recipes Like This You Might Enjoy
Breakfast casseroles are a wonderful way to slow down on a lazy weekend. Here are more of our favorites. Breakfast Strata with Bacon and Spinach, Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Casserole, Au Gratin Potato Breakfast Casserole and Sheet Pan Ham and Eggs Potato Hash.
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