Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole Recipe

A hearty and cheesy Southwestern casserole, inspired by the Duke himself! This recipe pays homage to John Wayne's connection to Arizona, where he owned Red River Farms. This comforting, family-friendly dish is perfect for a cozy night in, boasting layers of creamy goodness and a spicy kick. Get ready to saddle up for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 524 kcal
Protein 66g
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Ingredients for Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole

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How to Make Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Grease a shallow 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Pour into the prepared casserole dish.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup milk, 2 large egg yolks, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. In a clean, dry bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cheese and chile mixture in the casserole dish. Gently blend.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and arrange 1 (14.5 ounce) can sliced tomatoes, drained, over the top.
  10. Return to oven and bake for another 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped green chiles and serve immediately.
  12. Serves 8

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

123g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole?

Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole?

Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole has approximately 524 calories per serving, with about 66 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 62 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole?

The key ingredients for Our Family Favorite John Wayne Casserole are Canned Diced Green Chiles, Monterey Jack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Evaporated Milk, Eggs, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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