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Green Chile and Egg Breakfast Tacos


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  • Author: Danae Halliday
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 tacos 1x

Description

Switch up your breakfast routine with these flavorful tacos loaded with eggs, green chilies, cheese, and cilantro lime crema.


Ingredients

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Egg, Green Chile, and Cheese Filling
  • 3 whole eggs + 1 egg white
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 of a 4-ounce (113 g) can diced green chiles (save the rest for the crema)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper and hot sauce, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 4 corn tortillas
Cilantro Lime Crema
  • 1/4 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/2 of a 4-ounce (113 g) can diced green chiles
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • Pinch of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cilantro Lime Crema

  • Add Greek yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, green chiles, cilantro, honey, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to a blender.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Transfer to a small bowl, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

2. Make the Scrambled Egg Filling

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, egg white, milk, green chiles, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce until fully combined.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and lightly coat with cooking spray or oil.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently stir with a rubber spatula, continuously folding the eggs until they are cooked to your preferred consistency.
  • Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese until melted.

3. Warm the Tortillas

  • Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side, or until pliable. Alternatively, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20–30 seconds.

4. Assemble the Tacos

  • Divide the egg filling evenly between the 4 tortillas.
  • Drizzle with cilantro lime crema and sprinkle with extra cheese if desired.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

 

Dairy-Free Option: Use almond or oat milk and swap out the cheese for a dairy-free alternative.

Storage: Store leftover egg mixture separately and reheat before assembling the tacos.

Tortilla Options: Use flour tortillas if preferred, or low-carb tortillas for a keto-friendly version.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Main
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: Mexican Inspired, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 290mg