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Green Chilaquiles

Green Chilaquiles balance crisp tortilla chips with a tangy tomatillo–jalapeño sauce, richly seasoned shredded chicken, and salty pops of cotija and black olives. The bright cilantro and gentle heat make each bite lively yet comforting, perfect for a weekend brunch or a casual dinner when you want bold flavor with satisfying crunch.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook46 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Green Chilaquiles
  1. 1

    Place the tomatillos in a saucepan and add enough water to cover them; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the color starts to lighten and the fruit feels soft to the touch, 10 to 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Transfer the tomatillos to a food processor or blender. Add the jalapenos, 1/3 cup cilantro, the garlic, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours for best flavor.

  4. 4

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  5. 5

    Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the chicken and onion until the onions start to brown, about 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the olives; cook for 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Add the cilantro; cook and stir until wilted, about 1 minute more. Remove from the heat.

  8. 8

    Line the bottom of an 8-inch square casserole dish with 2 to 3 layers of tortilla chips, slightly breaking the chips. Add half of the sauce and toss with the chips. Top with the chicken mixture and the remaining sauce. Sprinkle cotija cheese over the top.

  9. 9

    Bake in the preheated oven until the tortilla chips are softened, 15 to 25 minutes.

About This Recipe

Green Chilaquiles is a Mexican breakfast recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 16 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cotija Cheese, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, and Jalapeño Pepper. Each serving provides about 400.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Green Chilaquiles?
It is a Mexican recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or side dish or dinner or lunch.
What is Green Chilaquiles made of?
The main ingredients are Cotija Cheese, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, Jalapeño Pepper, Pulled Chicken. The full list of 11 is above.
How long does it take to make Green Chilaquiles?
About 1 hr 16 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 46 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 400.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Green Chilaquiles easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 9 steps.

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