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BREAKFAST

Chilaquiles Rojos con Huevo

This traditional Mexican breakfast features crispy corn tortilla chips simmered in a tangy, spicy tomato-chili sauce and topped with perfectly cooked eggs. It is a hearty, comforting start to the day that turns pantry staples into a restaurant-quality meal.

Why you'll like it

Focuses on the '25-minute restaurant-style breakfast' benefit, teaching the reader how to balance sauce-to-chip ratios to avoid soggy results.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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01

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the enchilada sauce until it begins to simmer gently.

02

Fold in the corn tortilla chips, stirring gently for 2-3 minutes until they are coated but still maintain a slight crunch.

03

Push the chips to the sides of the pan to create four wells in the center.

04

Crack one egg into each well, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but yolks remain runny.

05

Remove the lid and immediately garnish the dish with crumbled cotija cheese, diced onion, and fresh cilantro.

06

Serve directly from the skillet with a dollop of sour cream on each portion.

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NUTRITION

Per serving

380Calories · kcal
14Protein · g
32Carbs · g
21Fat · g
4Fiber · g
3Sugar · g
780Sodium · mg
Nutrition values are estimates unless otherwise noted.
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For the best texture, use thicker, restaurant-style tortilla chips that won't turn into mush instantly. If you prefer softer chilaquiles, simmer the chips in the sauce for an extra minute before adding the eggs.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Easy swaps

You can replace cotija cheese with feta if necessary, and use a serrano pepper-based green salsa if you prefer a sharper, spicier flavor profile known as Chilaquiles Verdes.

STORAGE

Keep it fresh

Chilaquiles are best eaten immediately. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container for up to 24 hours, though the chips will lose their crunch upon reheating in the microwave.

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