Anti-Inflammatory Baked Beef Chiles Rellenos Casserole

The Anti-Inflammatory Baked Beef Chiles Rellenos Casserole has a delicious, savory, and comforting flavor. We prepare this baked casserole with roasted poblano peppers, lean ground beef, tomatoes, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, eggs, Greek yogurt, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, olive oil, turmeric, ginger, cumin, oregano, paprika, cilantro, and lime juice. This cheesy beef casserole has about 385 calories and 8 g of net carbs. The Anti-Inflammatory Baked Beef Chiles Rellenos Casserole is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, low-carb lunches, weeknight meals, and anti-inflammatory-inspired eating plans. You can serve this baked casserole with Avocado Tomato Salad, Cucumber Lime Salad, Roasted Broccoli, Garlic Zucchini, or Fresh Tomato Salsa.

STATS:

• Course: Main Course, Casserole
• Calories: 385 kcal
• Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cuisine: Mexican
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Portion Size: 1/8 casserole
• Cooking Mode: Oven
• Total Servings: 8
• Difficulty: Easy
• Overall Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

TOOLS:

• Tray
• Baking dish
• Skillet
• Bowl
• Whisk
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

POBLANO PEPPERS:

• 6 poblano peppers
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• ¼ tsp. salt

BEEF FILLING:

• 1½ lb. ground beef
• One tbsp. olive oil
• 1 onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 cup tomatoes
• 1 small red bell pepper
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika
• ½ tsp. turmeric
• ½ tsp. ginger
• 1 tsp. oregano
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
• 2 tbsp. cilantro
• ½ tsp. salt
• 1 tbsp. lime juice

EGG & CHEESE MIXTURE:

• 6 eggs
• ¼ tsp. salt
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 cup Monterey Jack
• ½ cup mozzarella
• ¼ tsp. turmeric
• ¼ tsp. black pepper

TOPPING:

• ½ cup Monterey Jack
• 2 tbsp. cilantro
• 1 small avocado
• Lime wedges

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

POBLANO PEPPERS:

• Use poblano peppers to provide a smoky, mildly spicy flavor. As another option, use bell peppers for a milder casserole.

GROUND BEEF:

• To offer protein and a deep savory taste, use lean ground beef. As a different choice, use ground turkey or ground chicken.

OLIVE OIL:

• Use olive oil to provide healthy fats and help with roasting and cooking. As another option, use avocado oil.

TURMERIC:

• Use turmeric for earthy flavor and color. You can use fresh grated turmeric as another option.

GINGER:

• For a toasty taste, use ground ginger. Rather, utilize freshly grated ginger.

GREEK YOGURT:

• Use plain Greek yogurt to create a creamy egg mixture. As a replacement, use blended cottage cheese.

MONTEREY JACK:

• Use Monterey Jack for a rich, melted, cheesy flavor. As another option, use cheddar or Oaxaca cheese.

MOZZARELLA:

• Use mozzarella for a mild and creamy texture. You can replace it with additional Monterey Jack.

CILANTRO:

• Use fresh cilantro for freshness and flavor. As another choice, use fresh parsley.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. We roast the poblano peppers using olive oil at 425° Fahrenheit for almost fifteen minutes.
2. Wrap the roasted peppers for nearly 10 minutes, then peel and eliminate the seeds.
3. Slow the oven temperature to 375°Fahrenheit.
4. Warm the olive oil and gently cook the red bell pepper and onion for only five minutes.
5. Put the ground beef & garlic & cook till the beef gets browned.
6. Stir in cayenne, tomatoes, salt, cumin, black pepper, paprika, oregano, turmeric, and ginger and cook for nearly eight minutes.
7. Whisk in lime juice and cilantro.
8. Mix the salt, eggs, pepper, Greek yogurt, turmeric, Monterey Jack, and mozzarella in a dish.
9. Put 1/2 of the beef and 1/2 of the poblanos in a coated dish.
10. Include the leftover beef and poblanos.
11. Spread the cheese and egg mixture on the surface.
12. Garnish with Monterey Jack cheese.
13. Bake till become golden and set, for nearly thirty minutes.
14. Cool for almost ten minutes, add the lime and cilantro as a garnish, and serve hot.

TIPS:

• We roast the poblanos perfectly to get a delicious smoky flavor.
• Strain out the extra grease from the beef if required.
• Cool this casserole for some time and then cut it into slices.
• Include additional cayenne or jalapeño for extra heat.
• We utilize fresh herbs, garlic, and ginger for perfect flavor.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

PROTEIN DISHES:

• Grilled Chicken
• Baked Salmon
• Garlic Shrimp
• Herb-Roasted Cod
• Grilled Tofu

SALADS:

• Avocado Tomato Salad
• Cucumber Lime Salad
• Green Salad
• Fresh Tomato Salsa

VEGETABLE SIDES:

• Roasted Broccoli
• Garlic Zucchini
• Sautéed Spinach
• Roasted Cauliflower

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the casserole in a closed box and refrigerate for nearly 3 to 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Store cooled portions for approximately 2 to 3 months.

FAQs:

Could we utilize ground turkey?

• Yes, you may use ground turkey as a lighter protein choice.

May we utilize bell peppers?

• Yes, you might use bell peppers  as a different option for poblanos to get a milder flavor.

Will we prepare this baked casserole earlier?

• Yes, you can assemble this baked casserole longer than twenty-four hours earlier, refrigerate it, and then bake.

Could we prepare this casserole dairy-free?

• Yes, you can use non-dairy shredded cheese and yogurt.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 385 kcal

Sodium: 590 mg

Net Carbs: 8 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 5 g

Fats: 25 g

Proteins: 32 g

Total Carbs: 11 g