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Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake

Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake layers sturdy tortilla chips in a tangy red chile sauce, soaking up smoky spices and a hint of lime. A blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar melts into the chips, while creamy avocado, queso fresco, and cilantro add freshness. Serve hot for a weekend brunch or a hearty breakfast-for-dinner with a drizzle of sour cream or hot sauce.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Combine enchilada sauce, salsa, Hatch chilies, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and green onions in a bowl and whisk until well mixed.

  3. 3

    Toss Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses together, then set aside.

  4. 4

    Spoon 1 ladle of sauce into the bottom of a 9x12-inch baking dish. Arrange half the chips in an even layer on top. Ladle over half of the remaining sauce. Sprinkle evenly with half of the cheese mixture.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining chips in an even layer. Ladle over the remaining sauce. Sprinkle evenly with the remaining cheese mixture.

  6. 6

    Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is heated through and the cheese begins to brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

  7. 7

    During the last few minutes of baking, prepare the eggs by frying or poaching, or bake them on top of the casserole as shown in the video. See Chef's Note for instructions.

  8. 8

    Serve the casserole hot, topped with avocado, queso fresco, cilantro, sour cream, and hot sauce. Add a fried or poached egg to each serving.

About This Recipe

Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake is a Tex Mex breakfast recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado, Cheddar Cheese, Chili Powder, and Diced Green Chiles. Each serving provides about 1867.28 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake?
It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for breakfast.
What is Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake made of?
The main ingredients are Avocado, Cheddar Cheese, Chili Powder, Diced Green Chiles, Dried Oregano. The full list of 17 is above.
What goes well with Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake?
Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake?
About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 1867.28 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Baked Chilaquiles Breakfast Bake easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 17 ingredients and 8 steps.

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