Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this mouthwatering recipe for buttery-savory scrambled egg nachos. Served with crunchy tortilla chips, creamy scrambled eggs, and a savory blend of spices, this dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a late-night snack. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a plate of these satisfying nachos in no time. Whether you're cooking for yourself or feeding a crowd, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeno slices
- 1 bag tortilla chips
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
- In a large non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are scrambled and slightly runny, about 5 minutes.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the eggs and stir until melted and well combined.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the eggs rest for 1-2 minutes to finish cooking.
- Arrange a layer of tortilla chips on a large serving platter.
- Spoon the scrambled eggs over the chips, spreading them out evenly.
- Top the eggs with chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and pickled jalapeno slices.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Nachos originated in Mexico but were popularized in the United States by chef Ignacio 'Nacho' Anaya in the 1940s.
Scrambled eggs are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Adding butter to the scrambled eggs enhances their rich and creamy texture.
Tortilla chips can be made from both corn and flour tortillas, although corn tortilla chips are more traditional for nachos.
The combination of savory scrambled eggs and crunchy tortilla chips creates a delicious contrast of textures.