Jen's Chilaquiles
Dive into a plate of vibrant, homemade flavor with Jen’s Chilaquiles, a traditional Mexican comfort dish that’s both satisfying and easy to make! Featuring crispy, golden corn tortilla chips smothered in a zesty tomato and jalapeño sauce, this recipe brings bold and fresh flavors to your table. Topped with creamy queso fresco, tangy sour cream, and fragrant cilantro, each bite is a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Add a fried egg and slices of ripe avocado for an indulgent twist, making it ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick weeknight dinner. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is simple, customizable, and utterly irresistible—perfect for anyone looking to recreate authentic chilaquiles at home!
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Ingredients
- 10 pieces corn tortillas
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 6 pieces roma tomatoes
- 1 medium white onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 piece jalapeño or serrano pepper
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup queso fresco
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
- 4 pieces fried eggs (optional)
- 1 piece avocado (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Cut the corn tortillas into six wedges each to create triangular chips.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the tortilla wedges in batches until they are crispy and golden brown. Remove them with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the tomatoes, half of the onion (roughly chopped), garlic cloves, jalapeño or serrano pepper, chicken or vegetable broth, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Step 4
Heat 1 tablespoon of the leftover vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, pour in the blended sauce. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and add the fried tortilla chips to the skillet with the sauce. Gently toss to coat all the chips evenly with the sauce.
Step 6
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the chips to absorb some of the sauce while still remaining slightly crispy.
Step 7
Top the chilaquiles with crumbled queso fresco, a drizzle of sour cream, and freshly chopped cilantro. If desired, add a fried egg and sliced avocado for extra richness.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Jen's Chilaquiles!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2115.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4235.5 |
| Total Fat 326.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 79.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 134.4g | |
| Cholesterol 821.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4528.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 272.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 50.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.4g | |
| Protein 96.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 160IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1145.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3170.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories