Description
Savory skillet huevos rancheros blend Mexican culinary traditions with hearty breakfast flavors. Crispy tortillas, spicy salsa, and perfectly cooked eggs create a satisfying morning meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup refried black beans
- 1 (14.5 oz / 411 g) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
- 4 (6-inch) flour tortillas, plus more for serving
- ½ medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground chipotle
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Sauce Creation: Sauté onions and garlic in vegetable oil until translucent, then blend diced tomatoes, oregano, chipotle, salt, and chicken broth into a smooth, vibrant sauce.
- Bean Preparation: Warm refried beans with chicken broth, stirring until creamy and uniform, creating a rich base layer.
- Skillet Preheating: Heat cast iron skillets in a 375°F oven with a light oil coating to prevent sticking.
- Tortilla Foundation: Press tortillas into preheated skillets, establishing a sturdy base for layering.
- Layering Technique: Spread seasoned refried beans across tortillas, creating a central well for the egg, then sprinkle shredded cheese and drizzle tomato sauce.
- Egg Placement: Crack an egg into the center well of each skillet, maintaining the carefully constructed flavor layers.
- Baking Process: Bake until egg whites become opaque, add an extra cheese sprinkle, then continue baking until whites set and yolks reach desired consistency.
- Finishing Touch: Slide skillets onto plates, garnish with avocado slices and chopped cilantro, and serve with additional warm tomato sauce on the side.
Notes
- Prep Timing is Crucial: Have all ingredients measured and ready before starting to ensure smooth, stress-free cooking process.
- Master Skillet Technique: Cast iron skillets must be preheated thoroughly to prevent sticking and achieve perfect crispy tortilla base.
- Egg Doneness Matters: Watch eggs closely during final baking stage to achieve ideal runny yolk without overcooking whites.
- Sauce Smoothness Tip: Blending hot sauce requires careful handling – remove center lid of blender and cover with towel to prevent steam pressure buildup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg