Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese and Hatch Green Chiles Recipe
This creamy and comforting Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese is a delightful side dish perfect for any meal. Made with a blend of cream cheese, butter, corn, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, plus a hint of spicy hatch green chiles, it offers a smooth, cheesy texture balanced with a mild kick. Baked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh chives, this casserole is easy to prepare and sure to please the whole family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dairy & Butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter (plus extra for greasing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (or almond milk for a vegan substitute)
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, divided and shredded
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups corn (frozen or canned)
- 2 ounces hatch green chiles, diced
Seasonings
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh chives, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter to prevent sticking.
- Melt the Dairy Base: In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter, and milk. Stir continuously until the mixture melts completely and becomes smooth and uniform in texture.
- Add Main Ingredients: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the corn, shredded cheddar cheese, half (½ cup) of the Parmesan cheese, diced hatch green chiles, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the prepared mixture evenly into the greased baking dish. Spread it out smoothly, then sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to allow the casserole to heat through and flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered to Brown: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes. This step helps brown the cheese on top, creating a nice golden crust.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked and golden, remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle freshly sliced chives over the top for a fresh, herbaceous finish. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use almond milk and substitute cream cheese, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses with their vegan alternatives.
- Frozen corn can be used without thawing, but if using canned corn, drain it well before mixing.
- Adjust the amount of hatch green chiles depending on your preferred spice level or substitute with mild green chiles if desired.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain the casserole’s texture.
- Fresh chives add a mild onion flavor and a pop of color but can be omitted or replaced with green onions or parsley if preferred.
Keywords: corn casserole, cream cheese, hatch green chiles, cheesy corn bake, side dish, comfort food, baked corn casserole
