Mexican Chilaquiles Breakfast (Printable)

Golden tortilla chips simmered in salsa, topped with fried eggs, cheese, and fresh toppings for a satisfying morning meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tortillas & Oil

01 - 6 small corn tortillas, cut into triangles
02 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil for frying

→ Salsa

03 - 1 cup store-bought or homemade salsa verde or roja

→ Eggs

04 - 2 large eggs

→ Toppings

05 - 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta
06 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
08 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
10 - Salt and pepper to taste
11 - Sliced jalapeños, optional
12 - Radishes, optional
13 - Cooked shredded chicken or beans, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla triangles in batches until golden and crisp, approximately 1 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt.
02 - Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving approximately 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to medium and add salsa. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
03 - Add crispy tortilla chips to the salsa, tossing gently to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until chips are well coated while retaining some crunch.
04 - In a separate nonstick skillet, fry eggs to preferred doneness with whites set and yolks runny for traditional presentation. Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Divide salsa-coated chips between two plates. Top each portion with one fried egg.
06 - Top with crumbled cheese, red onion, cilantro, avocado slices, and a drizzle of sour cream. Add optional toppings as desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Bold and authentic Mexican flavors that come together in just 25 minutes.
  • A perfect balance of textures between the saucy salsa and crispy chips.
  • Highly customizable with your favorite protein and fresh toppings.
02 -
  • Keep the fried tortillas in a warm oven if you are making large batches.
  • Adjust the simmering time of the chips in the salsa to reach your desired level of crunchiness.
  • Use a nonstick skillet for the eggs to ensure the runny yolks stay intact during plating.
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