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Huevos Rancheros Casserole

Huevos Rancheros Casserole: Cozy Comfort for Any Meal

This Huevos Rancheros Casserole combines bold flavors of traditional huevos rancheros with the convenience of a one-pan bake, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Ranchero Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion Chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño Diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Base for the sauce
For the Casserole
  • 1 can Cooking Spray Or oil
  • 6 Corn Tortillas Can substitute with flour tortillas
  • 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Can swap with cheddar
  • 1 can Pinto Beans Drained
For Topping
  • 6 Eggs Or egg substitute for vegan variant
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Optional for garnish
  • 1 medium Sliced Avocado Can substitute with sour cream

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add one chopped onion and one diced jalapeño, stirring until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in a 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. While the sauce simmers, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
  5. Layer 6 corn tortillas evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spoon half of your ranchero sauce over the tortillas, followed by one-third of 2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Pour in 1 can of drained pinto beans over the cheese and then top with half of the remaining cheese.
  7. Top the casserole with the remaining corn tortillas, followed by the rest of the ranchero sauce. Create divots in the sauce and crack eggs into each divot.
  8. Place the casserole in your preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny.
  9. Once baked, allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and sliced avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 240mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

You can prepare the ranchero sauce a day in advance for deeper flavors and convenience. Adjust spices based on your heat preference, and feel free to experiment with toppings.

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