Breakfast Nachos

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These breakfast nachos are a play on steak and eggs and they're out of this world. Salty tortilla chips are layered with sliced seared flat iron steak, eggs, beans, and cheese, broiled, dressed with everything else nacho, then finished with a zingy chimichurri sauce.

Breakfast Nachos garnished with Chimichurri and picked jalapeños on a plate
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Rest Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

Chimichurri

  • 3/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems

  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems

  • 1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Nachos

  • 1 (8 ounce) flat iron steak, patted dry

  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 8 large eggs

  • 1 (11 ounce) package tortilla chips (such as Tostitos®)

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages shredded Mexican cheese blend (such as Tilamook®)

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1 cup chopped plum tomatoes

  • 1 avocado, chopped

  • 1/2 cup drained pickled jalapeno slices

  • 1/2 cup sour cream, or as needed

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Breakfast Nachos ingredients on a counter

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  2. For chimichurri: Place cilantro, parsley, garlic, vinegar, crushed red pepper, and salt in a small food processor; pulse until finely chopped, about 10 pulses. With processor running, pour oil through food chute, and process until fully incorporated, about 20 seconds; set aside.

    Chimichurri in a food processor

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  3. For steak: Sprinkle steak evenly with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper, and cumin, as desired. Heat a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high for 5 minutes. Add steak and 1 tablespoon of the oil, swirling to distribute oil evenly. Cook, undisturbed, until nicely browned and a thermometer inserted into thickest portion of steak registers 120 degreed F (49 degrees ) for rare, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board, and let rest 10 minutes. Do not wipe skillet clean.

    Cooked steak in a cast iron skillet

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  4. Meanwhile, whisk together eggs and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper in a medium bowl until thoroughly blended. Heat cast-iron skillet over medium. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and eggs; cook, stirring occasionally, until just set, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; cover, and set aside.

    Cooked eggs in a cast iron skillet

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  5. Preheat the oven’s broiler and place a rack about 12 inches from the heat source. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.

  6. To assemble nachos, arrange half of tortilla chips in an even layer on prepared baking sheet. Thinly slice steak across the grain, and cut into 3/4-inch pieces. Sprinkle tortilla chips evenly with half of steak, half of beans, half of eggs, and half of Mexican blend cheese. Repeat with remaining chips, steak, beans, eggs, and cheese.

    Chips covered with cheese and steak pieces on a baking sheet

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  7. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Top with tomatoes, avocado, and pickled jalapeños. Drizzle evenly with chimichurri, and serve with sour cream.

    Breakfast Nachos garnished with Chimichurri and picked jalapeños on a baking sheet with a side of sour cream

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

738 Calories
51g Fat
43g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 738
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51g 65%
Saturated Fat 17g 84%
Cholesterol 257mg 86%
Sodium 898mg 39%
Total Carbohydrate 43g 16%
Dietary Fiber 10g 35%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 30g 60%
Vitamin C 16mg 17%
Calcium 494mg 38%
Iron 4mg 22%
Potassium 745mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.