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Green Chile Cheeseburger Casserole


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

This Green Chile Cheeseburger Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

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  • 21 oz green chiles (diced, 37 oz. cans)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp cumin (ground)
  • 2 lbs ground beef (or ground sausage)
  • 3 cups cheese (shredded, fiesta blend)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 9×13″ dish with non-stick spray.
  2. Pour chiles into dish and spread so layer is even all the way across the pan.
  3. In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, eggs, heavy cream, and seasonings until it is well blended and creamy.
  4. Cook ground beef or sausage on stovetop until browned, drain, and add into bowl with 2 cups of your cheese. Fold together.
  5. Dollop ground beef mix into pan and then smooth so it’s the same thickness across the pan.
  6. Top dish with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the eggs are completely set in the middle.
  8. Remove and set on cooling rack to solidify before slicing.

Notes

  • Great for meal prep or a family gathering!
  • Can substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg