Description
Chilaquiles Verdes is a delightful Mexican dish that features crispy tortilla chips enveloped in a tangy green salsa, topped with tender shredded chicken, creamy avocado, and crumbled Cotija cheese. This vibrant meal is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying snack. Each bite offers a burst of flavor and texture, making it an easy favorite for gatherings or cozy mornings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn tortilla chips
- 2 cups green salsa (salsa verde)
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- ½ cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Boil chicken breasts in water until fully cooked (165°F), then shred.
- Heat the salsa: In a large skillet, warm the green salsa over medium heat.
- Add tortilla chips: Fold in corn tortilla chips until coated but still crispy.
- Mix in chicken: Gently combine shredded chicken with chips and salsa until heated through.
- Plate it: Serve on plates, topping with avocado slices, Cotija cheese, and sour cream.
- Garnish: Finish with fresh cilantro for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For added spice, include jalapeños in your salsa. - Use leftover rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat with a splash of water to maintain texture.