Chilaquiles Recipe

Chilaquiles Recipe

4 servings
Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with my mouthwatering chilaquiles! Crispy tortilla chips simmered in a zesty homemade salsa, topped with cheese, and garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado crema, and topped with an egg.

Ingredients

  • corn tortillas

    soft

    6
  • Canola oil
    ⅓ c
  • eggs
    4
  • tomato salsa

    plus extra for serving), red

    1 c
  • cheddar cheese

    shredded

    ½ c
  • avocados

    ripe

    2 large
  • Greek yogurt
    1 c
  • garlic powder
    ½ tsp
  • lime juice

    from 1 large lime or 2 small limes

    3 tbsp
  • maldon sea salt
    ½ tsp
  • black pepper
    ⅛ tsp
  • avocado slices
  • avocado crema
  • cilantro

    chopped

  • green onions

    thinly sliced

  • cotija cheese
  • queso fresco

Directions

  1. 1

    Cut 6 corn tortillas into triangles.

  2. 2

    In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, add ⅓ cup Canola oil . Once hot, fry tortilla triangles in batches until golden, then dry on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Add 4 eggs and fry until the whites are opaque but the yolks are still runny (sunny side up). Remove and set aside for later.

  4. 4

    Add 1 cup tomato salsa (red) to the pan and stir, cooking until thickened.

  5. 5

    Add tortilla chips back to the pan and stir to mix with the salsa.

  6. 6

    Top with ½ cup cheddar cheese, cotija cheese , avocado slices, and avocado crema.

  7. 7

    Finally, top with fried eggs, serve, and enjoy!

Avocado crema

  1. 1

    Place the 2 large avocados, 1 cup Greek yogurt, ½ tsp. garlic powder and 3 Tbsp. lime juice in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth with no lumps. Season with ½ tsp. maldon sea salt and ⅛ tsp. black pepper to taste.

Chilaquiles Recipe

Chilaquiles Recipe

30 min4 servings584 cal

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About this Recipe

Indulge in Authentic Mexican Flavor: Our Best Chilaquiles Recipe

Craving a dish that's bursting with flavor, texture, and pure comfort? Look no further than this incredible Chilaquiles recipe! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a delightful dinner, our mouthwatering take on Chilaquiles brings the vibrant tastes of Mexico right to your kitchen. Forget complicated dishes – learning how to make Chilaquiles has never been easier or more rewarding.

What makes our Chilaquiles recipe truly special? It all starts with perfectly crispy corn tortilla chips, made fresh from soft tortillas, which are then lovingly simmered in a zesty, homemade red (or green!) salsa. This gives the chips that irresistible tender-crisp texture that defines great Chilaquiles. We elevate this classic with rich, shredded cheddar cheese melting beautifully into the warm salsa, and a perfectly cooked egg perched on top, its runny yolk creating an extra layer of decadence.

But the magic doesn't stop there! This dish is crowned with a luxuriously creamy avocado crema – a blend of ripe avocados, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), fragrant garlic powder, and bright lime juice. This cool, tangy topping perfectly balances the warmth and spice of the salsa. Fresh garnishes like cilantro, thinly sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of cotija or queso fresco add layers of flavor and visual appeal, making this one of the most satisfying Chilaquiles recipes you'll ever try. Whether you prefer a bold red or a tangy green salsa, these Chilaquiles are guaranteed to become a new favorite!

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