Healthier Huevos Rancheros Recipe

Craving a delicious and healthier twist on classic Huevos Rancheros? This lighter version of the beloved Mexican breakfast dish is inspired by La Hacienda's recipe goldmine, but with a focus on freshness and fewer calories. Crispy baked tortilla bowls are filled with hearty refried beans, perfectly fried eggs, zesty salsa, and melted cheese. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's both satisfying and guilt-free!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 958.1 kcal
Protein 101g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Healthier Huevos Rancheros

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How to Make Healthier Huevos Rancheros

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Shape the two tortillas into bowl shapes by gently pressing them into oven-safe ramekins or small bowls. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  3. While tortillas bake, heat refried beans in a microwave-safe dish for 3-5 minutes, or until warmed through.
  4. Lightly spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Fry eggs over-easy, cooking 2-3 at a time to avoid overcrowding, until the whites are set and yolks are still runny. Approximately 2-3 minutes per batch.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place the baked tortilla bowls on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Evenly distribute the refried beans (about 8 ounces per bowl) into each tortilla bowl.
  8. Top each bowl with 2-3 fried eggs.
  9. Add 8 ounces of salsa to each bowl, spooning it over the eggs.
  10. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the salsa in each bowl.
  11. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  12. If the cheese isn't fully melted, broil for 1-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
  13. Garnish with jalapeno slices, if desired.
  14. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

188 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

107g

Carbs

32g