Name: Mexican Chilaquiles Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 8 small corn tortillas (day-old preferred), cut into triangles; 1½ cups red salsa (homemade or store-bought); ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying); 2 eggs; ¼ cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese; ¼ cup Mexican crema or sour cream; 1 avocado, sliced; 2 tablespoons chopped onion; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; Lime wedges, for serving; Salt, to taste

Description

Wake up your morning routine with this delicious and comforting Mexican Chilaquiles recipe. Crispy corn tortilla chips are simmered in a bold red salsa, then topped with a fried egg, creamy avocado, tangy cheese, and fresh herbs. This dish comes together in less than 30 minutes and brings a fiesta of flavor to your table. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dinner, chilaquiles are a traditional Mexican favorite that uses simple ingredients in the most satisfying way. Whether you go red or green, mild or spicy, this versatile recipe is sure to be a repeat favorite in your home.

Ingredients

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8 small corn tortillas (day-old preferred), cut into triangles
1½ cups red salsa (homemade or store-bought)
½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
2 eggs
¼ cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
¼ cup Mexican crema or sour cream
1 avocado, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Lime wedges, for serving
Salt, to taste

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Instructions

Fry the tortilla triangles in hot oil until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels.
In a large skillet, warm the salsa until gently simmering.
Add the fried tortilla chips and toss gently to coat. Let them simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp at the edges.
Fry the eggs in a separate skillet until the whites are set and yolks are still runny.
Plate the salsa-coated chips and top with eggs, cheese, crema, avocado, onion, and cilantro.
Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

If you’re using store-bought tortilla chips, go for thicker, restaurant-style chips.
For a smoky twist, try adding chipotle peppers to the salsa.
If you prefer a green version, swap out the red salsa for salsa verde made with tomatillos.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast/Brunch
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2–3
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 185mg