Huevos rancheros are one of those dishes that normally requires multiple cooking steps and a good amount of time, from frying the tostada to making the sauce and then frying eggs at the end. It’s fabulous and super-tasty, but what if all of those flavors could come together in a few easy steps? Enter: this huevos rancheros casserole. It’s a true one-pan wonder. All you have to do is just assemble, then enjoy the casserole—that’s it. This may be the easiest, most delicious breakfast you ever did see.
This version is a vegetarian breakfast but is still packed with lots of protein. Feel free to add some cooked chorizo or even some crispy bacon if desired. Magic happens in the pan when salsa verde and tortillas merge and form an almost tamale-like texture in the dish, allowing the corn flavor to really come through all the cheesy goodness. By using store-bought salsa verde, you get all the bright bold flavors of a green huevos rancheros without the time it takes to make the classic version.
The toppings not only make it pretty, but also take the flavors over the top. Go ahead and use your favorite hot sauce if you like, or a dollop of guacamole if the mood strikes. The sky’s the limit, and you are in full control.
Did you try making this? Let us know how it went in the comments!
Huevos rancheros are one of those dishes that normally requires multiple cooking steps and a good amount of time, from frying the tostada to making the sauce and then frying eggs at the end. It’s fabulous and super-tasty, but what if all of those flavors could come together in a few easy steps? Enter: this huevos rancheros casserole. It’s a true one-pan wonder. All you have to do is just assemble, then enjoy the casserole—that’s it. This may be the easiest, most delicious breakfast you ever did see.
This version is a vegetarian breakfast but is still packed with lots of protein. Feel free to add some cooked chorizo or even some crispy bacon if desired. Magic happens in the pan when salsa verde and tortillas merge and form an almost tamale-like texture in the dish, allowing the corn flavor to really come through all the cheesy goodness. By using store-bought salsa verde, you get all the bright bold flavors of a green huevos rancheros without the time it takes to make the classic version.
The toppings not only make it pretty, but also take the flavors over the top. Go ahead and use your favorite hot sauce if you like, or a dollop of guacamole if the mood strikes. The sky’s the limit, and you are in full control.
Did you try making this? Let us know how it went in the comments!
- Yields:
-
6
serving(s)
- Prep Time:
- 15 mins
- Total Time:
- 45 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 482
Directions
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- Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°. Spread 1/4 cup salsa verde on the bottom of a 13″ x 9″ baking dish.
- Step 2Shingle 6 tortillas over salsa to cover bottom of dish, slightly pushing up the sides. Pour half of remaining salsa over tortillas. Top with three-quarters of beans and half of cheddar Jack. Shingle another 6 tortillas over cheese. Drizzle with 3/4 cup salsa. Top with remaining beans, salsa, and cheddar Jack.
- Step 3Bake casserole until cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.
- Step 4Using the back of a spoon, create 6 small divots in cheese. Crack eggs into divots; season eggs with salt and pepper.
- Step 5Continue to bake until egg whites are just barely set and yolks are still runny, 15 to 20 minutes. The whites will still be jiggly but custardy and will continue to set while they rest.
- Step 6Top with cotija, pico de gallo, avocado, and cilantro. Let sit until set, about 3 minutes. Dollop with sour cream before serving.
- Step 1
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