Mexican Style Red Chicken Chilaquiles Recipe
If you’re looking for a vibrant and flavorful Mexican dish, Red Chicken Chilaquiles are a perfect choice. This traditional recipe combines crispy tortilla chips with a rich red sauce, tender chicken, and fresh toppings, creating a delicious meal that’s great for any time of day. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups tortilla chips
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 4 large tomatoes
- 2 dried guajillo chilies
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil
Instructions:
- Prepare the Red Sauce:
- Remove stems and seeds from the guajillo chilies. Soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until they soften.
- In a blender, combine the tomatoes, soaked chilies, onion, garlic, and chicken broth. Blend until smooth.
- Cook the Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat a bit of vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour in the blended sauce, season with salt and pepper, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens.
- Combine with Chicken:
- Add the shredded chicken to the sauce, stirring to coat the chicken evenly. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Tortilla Chips:
- While the sauce is simmering, heat some vegetable oil in another skillet. Fry the tortilla chips in batches until crispy and golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble the Chilaquiles:
- In a large serving dish, layer the crispy tortilla chips. Pour the red sauce with chicken over the chips, ensuring they are well coated.
- Add Toppings:
- Top with crumbled queso fresco, dollops of sour cream, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
Serving Suggestions:
Chilaquiles can be enjoyed on their own or served with a side of refried beans and a sunny-side-up egg for a heartier meal.
Tips:
- For extra heat, add a jalapeƱo or serrano pepper to the sauce.
- If you prefer a tangy touch, sprinkle some lime juice over the assembled chilaquiles.
Enjoy your Mexican Style Red Chicken Chilaquiles, a dish that brings the authentic flavors of Mexico straight to your table!
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