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Savory Hatch Green Chile Breakfast Burritos Recipe Easy Homemade Queso Eggs

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A hearty and flavorful breakfast burrito featuring fluffy scrambled eggs, smoky Hatch green chiles, and creamy homemade queso. Perfect for busy mornings or a comforting weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup roasted and peeled Hatch green chiles, chopped (fresh or canned)
  • 1 cup shredded queso cheese (Monterey Jack or white cheddar)
  • 1/4 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 4 large flour tortillas (about 10 inches)
  • 1 tablespoon butter or oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • Sour cream or crema, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Hatch green chiles: If using fresh, roast over an open flame or under the broiler until skin blisters and chars (about 5-7 minutes). Place in a covered bowl to steam for 10 minutes. Peel off skins, remove seeds, and chop into small pieces.
  2. Make the queso: In a small saucepan, gently heat 1/4 cup milk over low heat. Gradually add 1 cup shredded cheese, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and keep warm. Add more milk if needed for creamy consistency.
  3. Prepare the eggs: Crack 6 large eggs into a mixing bowl. Add salt and pepper, then beat lightly until combined but not fully smooth. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.
  4. Cook aromatics: If using onion and garlic, add to skillet and sauté gently for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Remove if preferred.
  5. Scramble the eggs: Pour eggs into the pan. Let sit for 20 seconds, then gently push eggs from edges to center with a silicone spatula. Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until curds form but eggs remain moist and creamy (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat just before fully set.
  6. Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas one at a time in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 15 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted.
  7. Assemble the burritos: Lay a warm tortilla flat. Spoon scrambled eggs down the center. Top with chopped Hatch green chile and a drizzle of warm queso. Add cilantro and sour cream if using.
  8. Wrap it up: Fold in sides and roll tightly from one end to the other to form a burrito. Wrap in foil if eating on the go or place seam side down on skillet to seal and heat for 1-2 minutes per side.

Notes

Cook eggs over low heat to keep them creamy and avoid dryness. For smoother queso, blend cheese with milk before melting. Roast Hatch chiles properly to bring out smoky flavor. Warm tortillas briefly to prevent tearing when wrapping. Burritos can be wrapped in foil for grab-and-go meals. Leftovers keep well in fridge up to 3 days or can be frozen.

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