Green or Red Chilaquiles
by Margarita Martínez on Aug 26, 2013
Chilaquiles, or tortilla casserole, is a traditional Mexican dish usually served during breakfast or brunch, although it can be eaten at any time of day. Lightly fried corn tortillas are simmered in a green or red salsa and topped with cheese and/or pulled chicken to create a perfectly simple morning meal. Many regional variations of this dish exist so feel free to add your own twist to this delicious Mexican tradition!
- Servings
- 4 servings
- Course
- Breakfast and Brunch
Ingredients
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 cup shredded chicken (optional)
- 1 cup grated cheese (use a combination of cheddar, mozzarella, and muenster or Monterey jack to create a taste similar to Mexican cheese)
- Salt
Instructions
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Rip the tortillas into small pieces and place them in a pan coated in olive oil. Turn them over so they don’t get too toasted and add salt.
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Add salsa verde or roja (see previous recipe) and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, mixing so that the tortillas are coated in salsa.
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Add cheese and shredded chicken, if desired.
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Add some water to the pan to deglaze it and to thin out the sauce, otherwise the tortillas will get too dry.