Huevos Rancheros

Huevos Rancheros

Skip the restaurant lines this weekend and make your own delicious brunch at home.

Huevos Rancheros is a satisfying dish that comes together faster than you might think.

Not only will you save money by staying in, but you’ll also get a mouthwatering dish that’s a lot less greasy than restaurant versions.

You’ll first start by cooking the spiced tomato and chili salsa in a pan. When it’s close to finished, start frying the eggs.

Warm tortillas will serve as the base, then top the with salsa, egg, and sprinkle with toppings like red onion, grated cheese, and cilantro.

If you happen to have leftovers, they’re best stored separately. You can reheat the components, then assemble right before eating.

If you store the Huevos Rancheros pre-assembled, the tortilla shells will be soggy the next day.

These healthier Huevos Rancheros nix the deep fried chips in favor of a single baked tortilla topped with a rich red chili sauce and a single sunny egg.

These healthier Huevos Rancheros nix the deep fried chips in favor of a single baked tortilla topped with a rich red chili sauce and a single sunny egg.
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Huevos Rancheros

Make this easy Huevos Rancheros egg breakfast this weekend!

Course Breakfast
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Servings 4 servings
Calories 191 kcal
Author BODi

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (4-oz.) can diced green chiles
  • ½ tsp. ground chili powder
  • ¼ tsp. sea salt (or Himalayan salt)
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 corn tortillas warm
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion
  • 2 Tbsp. shredded Monterey jack cheese
  • cilantro leaves (for garnish; optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.  

  2. Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent.

  3. Add tomatoes and green chiles; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.

  4. Season with chili powder and salt; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Set aside. 

  5. Heat large nonstick skillet, lightly coated with spray, over medium heat.

  6. Add eggs one at a time, taking care egg whites don’t touch; cook, covered, for 3 minutes. Remove lid. Cook to desired yolk consistency. Remove from heat.

  7. Top each tortilla evenly with onion mixture. Top gently with egg and top evenly with red onion and cheese.

  8. Garnish with a cilantro leaf if desired.

Recipe Notes

The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts
Huevos Rancheros
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 191 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 188mg63%
Sodium 557mg24%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 9g18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

These healthier Huevos Rancheros nix the deep fried chips in favor of a single baked tortilla topped with a rich red chili sauce and a single sunny egg.

Container Equivalents
½ Green
½ Red
½ Yellow
1½ tsp.

2B Mindset Plate It!
Add another serving of protein and FFC to make a complete breakfast.

These healthier Huevos Rancheros nix the deep fried chips in favor of a single baked tortilla topped with a rich red chili sauce and a single sunny egg.