Green Chile And Extra Cheese Chilequiles

Here’s a bold and cheesy take on a classic Mexican comfort dish: Green Chile and Extra Cheese Chilaquiles. This version is smothered in roasted green chile sauce and loaded with melty cheese — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner with a fried egg on top.

🌶️🧀 Green Chile & Extra Cheese Chilaquiles

📝 Ingredients:

For the Sauce:

• 1 tbsp oil or butter

• 1/2 onion, diced

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles — or 1/2 cup roasted Hatch green chile, chopped

• 1 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)

• 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth (or water, to thin if needed)

• Salt to taste

• Optional: A splash of lime juice for brightness

For the Chilaquiles:

• 6 oz tortilla chips (homemade or sturdy store-bought)

• 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, queso Oaxaca, or a mix)

• Optional protein: 1/2 cup cooked shredded chicken, chorizo, or beans

• Optional toppings: fried eggs, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, pickled onions

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Make the green chile sauce:

   • Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.

   • Sauté onion until soft (about 4–5 minutes), then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

   • Stir in diced green chiles and salsa verde. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.

   • Add broth to loosen the sauce if too thick. Season with salt and lime juice if desired.

2. Assemble the chilaquiles:

   • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add tortilla chips to the skillet, folding gently to coat them in the sauce without breaking.

   • Once evenly coated, sprinkle cheese over the top and cover with a lid for 2–3 minutes to let it melt.

3. Optional oven method (for extra bubbly cheese):

   • After coating chips in sauce, transfer everything to an oven-safe skillet or baking dish.

   • Sprinkle with cheese and broil on high for 2–4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

4. Top and serve:

   • Serve hot with fried eggs, avocado slices, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.

   • Add hot sauce or extra green chile on top for extra kick.

🍳 Pro Tips:

• Use day-old or baked tortillas cut into wedges for homemade chips.

• Want it creamy? Stir in a splash of crema or a spoonful of sour cream to the sauce.

• Add cotija cheese on top for salty contrast.