Egg Topped Breakfast Nachos (Printable Version)

Crispy chips layered with beans, cheese, eggs, avocado, and fresh toppings for a satisfying morning dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 7 oz tortilla chips

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
03 - 1 small bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
05 - 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced

→ Protein

06 - 3.5 oz cooked black beans, rinsed and drained

→ Cheese

07 - 5 oz shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 1.75 oz shredded Monterey Jack cheese

→ Eggs

09 - 4 large eggs

→ Toppings

10 - 2 oz sour cream
11 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Lime wedges, to serve
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
15 - Salsa or hot sauce, to serve

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Spread half the tortilla chips evenly on a large ovenproof platter or baking sheet.
03 - Evenly distribute half of the beans, onions, bell pepper, jalapeño, tomatoes, and cheese over the chips.
04 - Repeat layering with the remaining chips, beans, vegetables, and cheese.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
06 - While nachos bake, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat with a small amount of oil or butter. Crack in eggs and cook sunny-side up until whites are set and yolks remain runny, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Cover briefly for firmer yolks if desired.
07 - Remove nachos from oven and carefully place one cooked egg on each quarter of the nachos.
08 - Garnish with sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately with salsa or hot sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns ordinary breakfast staples into something that feels indulgent and fun, like brunch at your favorite café but without the wait or the bill.
  • The contrast between crispy chips, creamy beans, and that perfect runny yolk makes every bite different and exciting.
  • You can prep most of it ahead and just bake when youre ready, so mornings stay relaxed even when youre feeding a crowd.
  • Its endlessly adaptable, so you can throw in whatever vegetables, cheese, or leftovers you have without following a strict plan.
02 -
  • Seeding the tomatoes is non-negotiable if you want crispy nachos instead of a soggy mess, so take the extra minute to scoop out those watery insides.
  • Dont walk away while the eggs are cooking, because the difference between perfectly runny yolks and rubbery ones is about 30 seconds, and you cant undo overcooked eggs.
  • Let the nachos rest for just a minute after baking so the cheese sets slightly and doesnt slide off when you try to serve it, but dont wait too long or everything cools down.
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet or ovenproof platter instead of a baking sheet, and you can take it straight from oven to table for that rustic, impressive presentation.
  • If youre nervous about runny yolks, practice frying eggs on their own first until you get the timing right, because confidence makes all the difference when youre cooking in front of people.
  • A pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder over the cheese before baking adds a subtle, smoky depth that makes people ask what your secret is.
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