Sunday High Calorie Breakfast: Chilaquiles with Fried Eggs and Crema Recipe

Crispy tortilla chips in salsa topped with fried eggs and crema. These Mexican chilaquiles are a high calorie Sunday breakfast that's crunchy, saucy, and completely addictive.

Cook 40 min Difficulty NORMAL 650 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • corn tortillas 12 pieces
  • eggs 4 pieces
  • vegetable oil 0.75 cup
  • tomatoes 3 medium
  • white onion 0.5 cup
  • serrano chili 1 piece
  • crema 0.5 cup
  • cotija cheese 0.25 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • salt 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • fresh cilantro 0.25 cup
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 60 g 37%
Protein 19 g 12%
Fat 34 g 51%
Serving size 300g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Cut corn tortillas into triangles and heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Fry the tortilla chips in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp, about 3–4 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.

  2. 2

    Blend tomatoes, white onion, serrano chili, and 1/2 tsp salt until smooth. Pour the salsa into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened and bubbling.

  3. 3

    Transfer fried tortilla chips to the salsa, gently stirring to coat evenly. Cook on low heat for 2–3 minutes, making sure the chips are saucy but still maintain some crunch.

  4. 4

    Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Crack the eggs in and cook until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny, about 3–4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

  5. 5

    Assemble chilaquiles: Divide sauced chips among plates, top each with a fried egg, drizzle crema generously, sprinkle cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Corn tortillas are the heart of chilaquiles, providing that unmistakable crispy texture and authentic Mexican flavor. Once fried, they become the foundation for the salsa and toppings.
Q. What is the most important cooking step to keep the chilaquiles crunchy?
The most crucial step is frying the tortilla chips until golden and crisp, then tossing them in salsa only briefly on low heat. This balance lets the chips soak up flavor while staying crunchy rather than soggy.
Q. How do you avoid overcooking the eggs?
To keep the eggs tender with runny yolks, fry them in vegetable oil over medium heat and remove from the pan as soon as the whites are set. This prevents rubbery texture and enhances the overall dish.
Q. How many calories and nutrients are in one serving?
Each 300g serving delivers about 650 kcal, 60g carbohydrates (37%), 19g protein (12%), and 34g fat (51%). It's a high calorie breakfast suited for those seeking fuller mornings.
Q. Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, all ingredients are plant-based or dairy/egg derived. Since there is no meat, poultry, or seafood, this recipe qualifies as vegetarian.
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