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Green Chile and Egg Breakfast Tacos


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5 from 5 reviews

  • Author: Danae Halliday
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Spice up your mornings with these vibrant tacos!
Loaded with eggs, green chiles, cheese, and a zesty crema.


Ingredients

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  • 4 whole eggs (4 whole eggs) whole eggs
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) milk
  • 113 g (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 113 g (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) cilantro leaves
  • 1/2 tsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • Pinch of garlic powder
  • Salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cilantro Lime Crema
  2. 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.
  3. Make the Scrambled Egg Filling
  4. 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.
  5. Warm the Tortillas
  6. 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.
  7. Assemble the Tacos
  8. Divide the egg filling evenly between the 4 tortillas. Drizzle with cilantro lime crema and sprinkle with extra cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the egg mixture.
  • To make ahead, prepare the crema and egg filling separately and store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Substitute your favorite cheese blend for the cheddar or Monterey Jack.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 180