Low Fat Chilaquiles Recipe

Craving authentic Mexican flavor without the guilt? This Low-Fat Chilaquiles recipe delivers a lighter take on the classic dish, using ground turkey and simple modifications to significantly reduce fat. While we recommend using full-fat cheddar for its superior flavor, you can easily substitute low-fat cheddar for an even healthier option. Get ready for a vibrant and delicious breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner that's both satisfying and surprisingly healthy!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 406.7 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Low Fat Chilaquiles 13

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Low Fat Chilaquiles

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Low Fat Chilaquiles? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Low Fat Chilaquiles

  1. Brown 1 pound of ground turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Remove the cooked turkey from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon of margarine in the same skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add 6 cups of tortilla chips (about 10-12 corn tortillas, cut into 1-inch pieces) and toss until lightly browned and crisp.
  5. Push the tortilla chips to the outer edges of the skillet, creating a well in the center.
  6. Add another tablespoon of margarine to the center of the skillet and let it melt.
  7. Pour in 6 large eggs, lightly beaten, and scramble until just set, but still slightly moist.
  8. Gently push the scrambled eggs towards the edges of the skillet, creating space in the center.
  9. Add the cooked ground turkey to the center of the skillet.
  10. Pour 1 ½ cups of your favorite enchilada sauce and ½ cup of your favorite salsa over the turkey and tortilla chips. Gently mix to combine.
  11. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  12. Remove the lid and sprinkle ½ cup chopped black olives and ¼ cup chopped green onions over the mixture.
  13. Dollop 1 cup of sour cream over the top, then sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  14. Cover and simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

40g

Carbs

10g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)