Verde Chilaquiles with Eggs

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Verde Chilaquiles with Eggs
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 26, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup salsa verde
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 6 corn tortillas, cut into 1/2 inch strips
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup shredded queso fresco
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken, cumin, salt, pepper, oregano, and chili powder and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in the salsa verde, chicken broth, and cream and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the tortilla strips and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Sprinkle with the queso fresco and cilantro and serve.

Interesting Facts

  • Chilaquiles is a traditional Mexican breakfast dish.
  • It is made with lightly spiced chicken or turkey.
  • It is often served with salsa verde and shredded queso fresco.
  • Eggs are a common addition to the dish.