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Writer's pictureParisa Behboodi

Authentic Mexican Chilaquiles Recipe

Updated: Feb 28, 2023


A bowl of crispy tortilla chips smothered in tomato and chili sauce, topped with melted cheese, and lime.
Get ready to savor the flavors of Mexico with our mouthwatering Chilaquiles recipe.

Looking for a mouthwatering dish that's perfect for a family meal or a get-together with friends? Look no further than our easy and delicious Chilaquiles recipe!


Chilaquiles is a classic Mexican dish that is perfect for breakfast or brunch. This dish consists of fried tortilla chips that are smothered in a delicious tomato and chili sauce, topped with cheese, and served with refried beans, avocado, and eggs. Chilaquiles are easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adding your favorite toppings.


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Ingredients:

  • 10-12 corn tortillas

  • 2 cups of salsa (homemade or store-bought)

  • 1/2 cup of chicken or vegetable broth

  • 1/2 onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced

  • 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and chopped

  • 1 tsp of ground cumin

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup of shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)

  • 1/2 cup of refried beans

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • 4 eggs

Nutrition Value:

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe

  • Calories: 440

  • Total Fat: 24g

  • Saturated Fat: 8g

  • Cholesterol: 216mg

  • Sodium: 1115mg

  • Total Carbohydrates: 38g

  • Dietary Fiber: 10g

  • Sugars: 5g

  • Protein: 20g

Allergic Information:

  • This recipe contains gluten (in the tortillas), dairy (in the cheese), and eggs. It can be made vegan by using vegan tortilla chips, vegan cheese, and omitting eggs.

Time of Preparing:

  • Preparation time: 10 minutes

  • Cooking time: 30 minutes

  • Total time: 40 minutes

Serves:

  • This recipe serves 4 people.

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut tortillas into quarters or eighths and fry in hot oil until crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

  2. In a medium saucepan, sauté onion, and garlic until translucent. Add salsa, chicken or vegetable broth, jalapeños, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss the fried tortilla chips with the tomato sauce until fully coated. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle with shredded cheese.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  5. While the chilaquiles are baking, heat the refried beans in a small saucepan over medium heat.

  6. In a separate pan, fry the eggs to your desired doneness.

  7. Serve the baked chilaquiles with a side of refried beans, sliced avocado, and fried eggs.

A plate of Chilaquiles with tortilla chips, queso fresco, and cilantro.
Delicious Chilaquiles topped with queso fresco and fresh cilantro.

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