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Green chile and extra cheese chilaquiles in a skillet, topped with crema, cilantro, and avocado slices

The Ultimate Green Chile and Extra Cheese Chilaquiles Recipe

This Green Chile and Extra Cheese Chilaquiles recipe brings together crispy tortilla chips, spicy green salsa, and layers of melty cheese in one skillet. Topped with crema, queso fresco, and fresh cilantro, it’s a comforting, quick, and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 8 cups sturdy tortilla chips
  • 2 cups green chile salsa (salsa verde)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or butter
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 jalapeños or green chiles, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: sliced avocado, fried eggs, radishes, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and chopped jalapeños, cooking for 1 minute more.
  3. Stir in the green chile salsa, let simmer for 5 minutes, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Add tortilla chips, tossing gently to coat with the sauce. Let cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Top with shredded cheeses, cover, and cook until melted, about 3–5 minutes.
  6. Serve topped with queso fresco, crema, cilantro, and any optional toppings you like.

Notes

  • Use thick, homemade tortilla chips for best results.
  • Adjust heat with more or fewer jalapeños.
  • Customize with protein like eggs or beans.
  • Best served fresh; not ideal for freezing.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: chilaquiles, green chile, extra cheese, breakfast skillet, salsa verde chilaquiles, Mexican breakfast