A hearty, protein-rich breakfast casserole layered with chicken, avocado, eggs, tortillas, and cheese. Baked until golden, this dish captures all the flavors of a burrito in a convenient, sliceable form.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
8 large eggs
1/3 cup whole milk
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
2 ripe avocados, diced
6 medium flour tortillas, quartered
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Cooking spray or oil
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salsa, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Layer a third of the tortillas on the bottom of the dish.
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Top with half the chicken, avocado, chiles, and cheese.
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Add another third of the tortillas and repeat the filling.
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Place remaining tortilla pieces on top.
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Pour egg mixture over the entire dish, pressing down gently.
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Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden.
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Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.