Description
A delicious Tex-Mex migas recipe combining scrambled eggs with crunchy tortilla chips, savory vegetables, and gooey cheese. Perfect for a satisfying breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup tortilla chips (preferably slightly crushed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup diced tomato
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Optional toppings: avocado slices, salsa, sour cream, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil or butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add Chips and Tomato: Stir in the crushed tortilla chips and diced tomato, gently combining.
- Scramble Eggs: Pour in the egg mixture. Let it sit for 30 seconds, then gently scramble everything together until eggs are just set.
- Finish Dish: Sprinkle cheese over the top and cook for another minute until melted. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- Great for using up stale tortilla chips.
- Add cooked chorizo or black beans for extra protein.
- Serve with warm tortillas for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 285mg
