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Chilaquiles Recipe

Easy Chilaquiles Recipe

This chilaquiles recipe transforms crispy tortilla chips into an amazing Mexican breakfast dish that will become your weekend favorite. The combination of tangy salsa verde, crunchy chips, and creamy toppings creates a satisfying meal that takes just 20 minutes to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 jar (16 oz) tomatillo salsa verde or 2 cups homemade
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 6 ounces thick tortilla chips about 4 handfuls
  • 4 eggs for frying
Toppings
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 2 radishes thinly sliced
  • 1/2 jalapeño pepper thinly sliced
  • Cotija cheese crumbled
  • fresh cilantro leaves
  • cilantro lime crema for drizzling
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Frying pan

Method
 

  1. Pour the salsa verde and water into a large skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  2. Add the tortilla chips to the pan and fold gently to coat them evenly in the sauce. Be careful not to break the chips.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat immediately to prevent the chips from getting too soggy.
  4. Top the chilaquiles with fried eggs, drizzles of cilantro lime crema, sliced avocado, radishes, and jalapeños.
  5. Sprinkle with Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately with extra crema on the side for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Tips for Perfect Chilaquiles:
• Cook your eggs first, then add chips to the sauce to minimize soaking time
• Use thick, sturdy tortilla chips to prevent sogginess
• Serve immediately for the best crispy texture
• For chilaquiles rojos, substitute red salsa for the salsa verde
• Store leftover components separately and reassemble when reheating