Chilaquiles Mexican Breakfast Tortilla Chips (Printable)

Crispy tortilla chips in zesty salsa with fried egg, cheese, and fresh toppings

# Ingredient List:

→ Tortillas & Oil

01 - 6 small corn tortillas, cut into triangles
02 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil for frying

→ Salsa

03 - 1 cup store-bought or homemade salsa verde or roja

→ Eggs

04 - 2 large eggs

→ Toppings

05 - 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta
06 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
08 - 1/2 avocado, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
10 - Salt and pepper to taste
11 - Optional: sliced jalapeños, radishes, cooked shredded chicken or beans

# Directions:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tortilla triangles in batches until golden and crisp, approximately 1-2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season lightly with salt.
02 - Remove excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Reduce heat to medium and add salsa. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
03 - Add crispy tortilla chips to the salsa, tossing gently to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes until chips are well coated while retaining crunch.
04 - In a separate nonstick skillet, fry eggs to preferred doneness with whites set and yolks runny for traditional presentation. Season with salt and pepper.
05 - Divide salsa-coated chips between two plates. Top each portion with one fried egg.
06 - Top each plate with crumbled cheese, red onion, cilantro, avocado slices, and a drizzle of sour cream. Add optional toppings as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A vibrant and energizing breakfast that is ready in just 25 minutes.
  • A perfect blend of textures with crispy chips that soften slightly in warm salsa.
  • Highly customizable with your choice of salsa verde or roja and various toppings.
02 -
  • Ensure the salsa is simmering before adding the chips to prevent them from becoming too soggy.
  • Serve immediately after assembly to maintain the best texture contrast.
  • Use a slotted spoon when removing fried tortillas to minimize excess oil.
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