Description
Savory Mexican chilaquiles bring together crispy tortilla chips smothered in zesty salsa with creamy eggs and fresh toppings. Hearty breakfast nachos deliver comfort and bold flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of traditional Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon butter
Cheeses:
- ½ cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tablespoons crumbled cotija or queso fresco cheese
Base and Toppings:
- ½ bag tortilla chips
- 12–16 pickled jalapeño slices
- 1 watermelon radish, thinly sliced
- fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
- sour cream
Instructions
- Char vegetables under the broiler, positioning onions, peppers, and garlic on a foil-lined baking sheet, roasting until edges blister and vegetables soften, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer roasted vegetables to a blender, adding canned tomatoes. Pulse until creating a smooth, vibrant sauce, adjusting texture by including reserved tomato portions for extra chunkiness.
- Simmer sauce in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring periodically to prevent splattering, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken for about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare an oven-safe skillet by lightly oiling the surface, then construct layered nachos by arranging tortilla chips as the foundation, generously coating with sauce and alternating cheese varieties between chip layers.
- Bake the nachos in a preheated 400°F oven until cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly texture, roughly 6-8 minutes.
- Simultaneously, create scrambled eggs in a nonstick skillet, whisking until color becomes uniform, then cooking with butter, continuously scraping and folding to achieve soft, fluffy texture.
- Remove nachos from oven, topping with freshly scrambled eggs, then garnish with sliced jalapeños, radish slivers, chopped cilantro, and a substantial dollop of sour cream.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain warm and cheese stays melted, ensuring maximum flavor and textural enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of jalapeños or removing seeds for milder flavor.
- Broiling vegetables intensifies their natural sweetness and creates a smoky depth in the sauce.
- Layer tortilla chips strategically to ensure every bite gets plenty of melted cheese and sauce coverage.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and richer flavor compared to pre-packaged options.
- Scramble eggs gently to maintain a soft, creamy texture that complements the crispy tortilla chips.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect contrast between hot, crispy chips and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 370mg