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Plated Chilaquiles Recipe

Chilaquiles Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Chilaquiles are a traditional Mexican dish featuring crispy tortilla chips, tangy salsa, and delicious toppings like eggs, cheese, and crema. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, this flavorful dish is easy to make and highly customizable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tortilla Chips
  • 4 cups tortilla chips homemade or store-bought
Salsa
  • 2 cups red or green salsa homemade preferred
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup crema or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • fried or scrambled eggs for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Heat the salsa in a skillet over medium heat until warm.
  2. Add the tortilla chips to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the salsa.
  3. Let the chips simmer in the salsa for 2-3 minutes, ensuring they soften slightly but remain crisp.
  4. Remove from heat and top with cheese, crema, onions, and cilantro.
  5. Serve immediately with fried or scrambled eggs on the side.

Notes

For added protein, top with shredded chicken or beans. Adjust salsa quantity based on your desired texture.