Dinner

Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese and Hatch Green Chiles Recipe

BySana Jeannette November 15, 2025November 15, 2025

Introduction

This creamy corn casserole with cream cheese is a comforting side dish that combines sweet corn, melted cheeses, and a hint of green chile for a flavorful twist. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings.

A close-up image of a white rectangular baking dish filled with a cheesy baked casserole. The casserole has a golden-brown melted cheese layer on top with small browned crispy edges. Scattered bright green chopped chives are sprinkled over the cheese, adding contrast. The casserole shows bits of yellow corn and pale green vegetable pieces mixed in beneath the cheese layer, giving the dish texture and color. The dish sits on a white marbled surface with part of a white plate and silver fork visible at the edge. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons milk (substitute almond milk to make it vegan)
3 cups corn (frozen or canned)

½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 cup parmesan cheese (divided and shredded)

2 ounces hatch green chiles (diced)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

fresh chives (thinly sliced)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350℉. Grease an 8×8 baking dish with butter.
Step 2: In a large saucepan, combine cream cheese, butter, and milk. Stir the mixture over medium heat until it melts and becomes smooth.

Step 3: Remove the saucepan from heat, then add corn, cheddar cheese, ½ cup of Parmesan cheese, hatch green chiles, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
Step 4: Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
Step 5: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes to brown the cheese.

Step 6: Once done, sprinkle fresh chives on top and serve the dish immediately.

Tips & Variations

For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese and cheddar with plant-based alternatives and use almond milk as suggested.
Try adding cooked bacon or diced jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.

Using fresh corn in season can enhance the sweetness and freshness of the dish.

Storage

Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350℉ until heated through, or microwave individual portions until hot.

How to Serve

This image shows a creamy corn casserole in a white baking dish with one scoop missing, revealing three visible layers: the bottom layer is smooth and creamy, pale yellow in color; the middle layer contains soft corn kernels mixed in a creamy sauce, bright golden yellow with a soft texture; the top layer is melted shredded cheese, slightly browned in spots, with green chives sprinkled all over adding small pops of color. The surface around the dish is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh corn instead of frozen or canned?

Yes, fresh corn works beautifully. Use about 3 cups of fresh corn kernels, which may add a sweeter and crisper texture to the casserole.

Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can assemble the casserole and refrigerate it, covered, for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.