Easy Huevos Rancheros Casserole
Recipe: #6361
September 01, 2012
Categories: Breakfast, Casseroles, Eggs, Peppers, Mexican, Brunch, Cinco de Mayo, Sunday Dinner, Oven Bake, Mexican Casseroles, Mexican Dinner, more
"So good and so easy! This is just delicious especially for a Sunday brunch or company. Just put it together the night before, then bake it off in the morning. Add sour cream, salsa, avocado; and maybe a fruit salad on the side - and you have a great breakfast. And don't worry, it isn't too spicy. Cooking time does not include the overnight marinating time."
Original is 4-8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (232.3 g)
- Calories 563.3
- Total Fat - 43.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 17.5 g
- Cholesterol - 398.9 mg
- Sodium - 1493.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 5.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.8 g
- Sugars - 1 g
- Protein - 36.6 g
- Calcium - 249.8 mg
- Iron - 2.9 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0.6 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Base ... Spray an 8" square pan with a non stick spray, bottom and sides. Then, place 4 of the tortillas in the bottom of the pan, coming up the sides about 1"; and, don't worry if they overlap on the bottom of the pan, you want that.
Step 2
Cheese and Filling ... First, mix the 2 cheeses together. Then, sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheese over the tortillas; top with the chorizo, chilies, olives, and another 1/2 cup of cheese. Finish with the remaining tortilla which is cut into 1/2" strips. Lay the strips over the top of the filling.
Step 3
Egg Mixture ... Add the eggs, milk, oregano, and red pepper flakes to a small bowl and beat well. Then, pour over the filling and finish with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese, pressing the cheese down into the casserole. Cover with foil and refrigerate at least 8 hrs, up to 16 hrs - not much longer.
Step 4
Bake ... In a pre-heated 350 degree oven on the middle shelf, covered for 30 minutes. Then uncover, and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean - meaning, the eggs are set. Just like testing a cake.
Step 5
Serve ... Remove from the oven and cover with the same piece of foil you took off during cooking. You want the eggs to rest at least 5-10 minutes before cutting. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and I love to diced avocado. ENJOY! It is very simple to put together, but really good.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When picking the chorizo, make sure to get the right type depending on the flavor you are looking for. Mexican chorizo is soft, while Spanish chorizo is hard.
- If you don't want the Huevos Rancheros to be too spicy, you can reduce the amount of red pepper flakes used in the recipe.
- Substitute chorizo with vegan sausage for a vegetarian version. The benefit of this substitution is that it allows for a vegetarian version of the dish, making it suitable for those who are vegetarian or vegan.
- Substitute pepper jack cheese with cheddar cheese for a milder flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that it will result in a milder flavor, making the dish more suitable for those who prefer a milder flavor profile.
Vegetarian Huevos Rancheros Casserole Replace the chorizo with 1/2 cup of diced bell peppers and 1/2 cup of diced mushrooms. Omit the black olives and replace the red pepper flakes with 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
Vegetarian Huevos Rancheros Burrito Bowl Omit the tortillas and layer the ingredients in a bowl instead. Start with a layer of cooked white rice, followed by black beans, diced bell peppers, diced mushrooms, diced tomatoes, and diced onions. Top with a fried egg and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing: This light and refreshing fruit salad is the perfect accompaniment to the rich and savory huevos rancheros casserole. The sweet honey and tart lime dressing provides a delightful contrast to the savory flavors of the dish. Plus, it's a great way to add some extra nutrition to your meal.
Cilantro Lime Rice: This flavorful rice dish is the perfect complement to the fruit salad and huevos rancheros casserole. The cilantro and lime give it a bright, citrusy flavor that pairs nicely with the sweetness of the honey lime dressing. It's also a great way to add some extra fiber and nutrition to your meal.
FAQ
Q: What type of chorizo should I use?
A: You should use Spanish chorizo, which is the hard chorizo, as opposed to Mexican chorizo, which is the soft chorizo.
Q: How do I store chorizo?
A: Chorizo should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
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Fun facts:
The origin of Huevos Rancheros is believed to be from the Mexican state of Jalisco. It is said that the dish was created by ranchers who used to prepare it for their breakfast.
The Mexican-American actress and singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was known to have loved Huevos Rancheros. She even recorded a song called 'Como La Flor' which featured the dish in its music video.