Description
A quick and flavorful Mexican dish featuring crispy tortilla chips simmered in spicy green chile salsa, layered with melted Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, topped with fresh cilantro and creamy sour cream. Perfect for a comforting breakfast, brunch, or anytime snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 cups tortilla chips (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups green chile salsa or sauce
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Optional Toppings
- Sliced avocado
- Fried eggs
- Sliced radishes
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until they become translucent, which typically takes about 3-4 minutes, releasing their sweetness and softening their texture.
- Add Salsa: Pour the green chile salsa into the skillet with the onions, season with salt to taste, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to meld the flavors and warm the salsa through.
- Combine Chips and Sauce: Add the tortilla chips to the skillet, gently stirring to coat them evenly with the salsa. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the chips soften slightly but maintain some texture, avoiding a mushy consistency.
- Top with Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses evenly over the chilequiles. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese fully melts and becomes gooey.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro and a generous dollop of sour cream or Mexican crema for creaminess and freshness.
- Optional Add-Ons: Serve immediately, optionally topping with sliced avocado, fried eggs, or sliced radishes to add extra texture, flavor, and nutritional value.
Notes
- Use homemade tortilla chips for the best texture and flavor if possible, but store-bought chips work well for convenience.
- Adjust the heat level by choosing mild or spicy green chile salsa according to your preference.
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the salsa does not contain any meat-based broth.
- Serve immediately after cooking to retain the chips’ texture and cheese meltiness.
- To speed up the recipe, prep onions and shred cheese beforehand.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
