This huevos rancheros casserole recipe takes everything great about classic huevos rancheros and brings it all together in a single pan. It's an awesome breakfast or brunch!
Huevos Rancheros Casserole Recipe
Breakfast fans, I have an amazing new breakfast recipe here. You're definitely going to love this. Dare I say it may become your new favorite go-to for breakfast or brunch.
It's Huevos Rancheros Casserole. Say what?
YES! We're taking everything you love about classic, authentic Mexican Huevos Rancheros and we're turning it into a casserole. That means we're using all of those wonderful huevos rancheros ingredients and we're combining them into a one-dish breakfast that you can whip together pretty easily and bake it up.
Doesn't this sound fantastic? It sure does to me. And DANG did it come out delicious. And gorgeous, right? Just take a peek at it.
Looks great, tastes even BETTER. Let's talk about how we make this wonderful meal, shall we?
Huevos Rancheros Casserole Ingredients
The full ingredients list with measurements is listed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Olive Oil. For cooking.
- Vegetables. Jalapenos, serranos (optional, for spicy), garlic.
- Pinto Beans. Canned is ideal.
- Ranchero Sauce. See my homemade ranchero sauce recipe, or you can use tomato sauce or fire roasted tomatoes.
- Corn Tortillas.
- Shredded Cheese. Use cheddar cheese or use Monterrey Jack, Pepper Jack, or a combination of them all
- Large Eggs.
- Salt and Pepper. To taste.
- FOR TOPPINGS: Spicy chili flakes sliced avocado, sliced jalapenos or serranos, pico de gallo, chopped fresh herbs, crumbly white cheese.
How to Make Huevos Rancheros Casserole - the Recipe Method
First, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet (I used my 14-inch cast iron pan) and add 1 chopped onion and 2-3 chopped peppers.
I used 2 jalapeno peppers and a serrano pepper, but you can use others to your preference. Cook them down for 5 minutes to soften.
Add 3 cloves chopped garlic and cook another minute, until you can smell the gorgeous garlic.
Stir in a 15-ounce can of drained pinto beans, 2 cups ranchero sauce (see notes below) and salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Remove the sauce and bean mixture and reserve.
Next, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
Using the same pan (or use a lightly oiled large baking dish or casserole dish), layer 5 corn tortillas onto the bottom.
Top with half the sauce and bean mixture, then half of the shredded cheese.
Repeat with 5 more corn tortillas, then sauce and bean mixture, then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Use a spoon to make impressions into the top layer, then crack the eggs into them.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the eggs set.
Remove and top with your toppings of choice. I used chili flakes, sliced avocado, sliced serranos, chopped fresh herbs, crumbly white cheese. Sour cream is great, too!
Is it just awesome! Dang! I love this stuff.
Servings: This will serve up 4 very hearty portions, or 6 lighter portions, depending on how hungry you are. I'm usually pretty hungry for this recipe. Maybe make a double batch.
About the Ranchero Sauce
I make my own homemade ranchero sauce with tomatoes, fresh peppers and dried chili powders, and it's absolutely delicious on so many foods.
However you can use your favorite store bought brand.
If you are unable to find any in stores, you can make a very simple version by simmering tomato sauce or fire roasted tomatoes in a pot with your typical chili powder, or use a variety of chili powders.
I use chili powder, ancho powder, guajillo powder and chipotle powder, though chipotle sauce is a great option as well.
You can also make this recipe with enchilada sauce, which is a perfect alternative.
Recipe Tips & Notes
- Meat Options. This recipe is a vegetarian option, but feel free to include a protein to round out the meal. Some great options are chorizo, ground beef or shredded chicken.
- The Beans. I'm using pinto beans for this recipe, but as an alternative, try it out with black beans, or a good quality refried beans.
- The Eggs. Using a spoon to make indentations in the top layer of the casserole is key in getting the eggs to set properly. Just press down with the underside of the spoon. If you just crack the eggs over the top without making indentations, the eggs wind up running down to the edges of the pan.
- Not Just for Breakfast. This is GREAT for breakfast or brunch, but consider serving it for dinner. It's filling any time of day!
- Pico de Gallo. For serving, try it out with a great homemade pico de gallo. It's perfect this way.
Storage & Leftovers
Store any leftover huevos rancheros casserole in the refrigerator in a sealed container for 1-2 days. Simple warm in the oven to enjoy it again.
That's it, my friends! I hope you enjoy my huevos rancheros casserole recipe. Breakfast casseroles ROCK! It's quite easy to make, and WOW does it deliver on flavor. Let me know how it turns out for you!
Check Out Some of My Other Popular Breakfast or Brunch Recipes
- Easy Huevos Rancheros
- Migas – Scrambled Eggs with Crispy Tortillas
- Shakshuka
- Jacked-Shuka – Extra Spicy Eggs in Hell
- Chilaquiles Rojos with Ancho Chili Sauce
- Chorizo con Huevos
- Menemen (Turkish-Style Scrambled Eggs with Peppers)
- Spicy Pepper Lover’s Omelet
- Spicy Breakfast Tacos
- Loaded Mexican Omelette
- Chile Relleno Casserole
- Mexican Lasagna
Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H.
Huevos Rancheros Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2-3 jalapeno peppers chopped
- 1 serrano pepper chopped (optional for extra spicy)
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 15 ounces pinto beans, drained
- 2 cups ranchero sauce or use a 15 ounce can or tomato sauce or roasted diced tomatoes with seasonings - *See comments in the post above
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 10 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or use Monterrey Jack, Pepper Jack, or a combination of them all
- 4-6 eggs
- FOR TOPPINGS: Spicy chili flakes sliced avocado, sliced jalapenos or serranos, pico de gallo, chopped fresh herbs, crumbly white cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet (I used my 14-inch cast iron pan and add the onion and peppers. Cook them down for 5 minutes to soften.
- Add the garlic and cook another minute, until you can smell the gorgeous garlic.
- Stir in the pinto beans, ranchero sauce and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors develop.
- Remove the sauce and bean mixture and reserve.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using the same pan (or use a lightly oiled large baking dish), layer half of the tortillas onto the bottom.
- Top with half the sauce and bean mixture, then half of the shredded cheese.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas, then sauce and bean mixture, then shredded cheese.
- Use a spoon to make impressions into the top layer, then crack the eggs into them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs set.
- Remove and top with your toppings of choice. I used chili flakes, sliced avocado, sliced serranos, chopped fresh herbs, crumbly white cheese.
Heather Jones says
love al your recipes but have you any for the air fryer etc?
Mike Hultquist says
Heather, thanks. I do have a few air fryer recipes and hope to add more. Use the Search Bar at the top for "Air Fryer".
Jane Letoureau says
I just finished making it to bring to a ski weekend and will add the eggs the morning of. I played around w/ the sauce as did not have any ranchero sauce or any peppers. I used a smoky salsa, adobe sauce, can of green chilis' and chili powder. It turned out really tasty, delicious and spicy.
Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says
Very nice! Enjoy, Jane! Have fun skiing!
Stephanie says
Can I use Mole instead?
Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says
Stephanie, I've never done this with a mole, but I think it would be fantastic. If you do it this way, I'd LOVE to hear how it turned out for you. Please let me know!
Heather Jones says
Can you please let me know what a mole is? Thank you
Mike Hultquist says
Heather, I have a post on What is Mole here that you can review: https://www.chilipeppermadness.com/recipes/mole-sauce/
Madison says
I was genuinely amazed at how delicious this was. I ended up not finding rancheros sauce in store so I simmered some tomato sauce and chili powder. The only thing is, the post doesn’t mention how much chili powder to use so I just guessed. I was a bit scared at first because while simmering the tomato sauce some splattered up on my nose and my whole face started to burn from the chili powder. But, after all was said and done it came out with a good amount of heat and was probably the best thing I’ve eaten this month.
Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says
Glad you enjoyed it, Madison! I love to hear it.
Brettt says
This was excellent. I mixed it up a bit though. I made the recipe with this season jalapenos (took them out of the freezer and made a "jalapeno salsa"), and I added my homemade elk chorizo to the recipe. What a great addition the elk was! I also used my homemade green chili enchilada sauce for another flavor boost. Turned out excellent! I will use this recipe over and over!
Brett
Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says
Awesome, Brettt! I love it! The elk chorizo sounds amazing! Nice addition. Glad you enjoyed it.
Eric says
As an expat Californian many miles away from good Mexican food, this looks fantastic. Can't wait to try it.
Thank you!
Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says
Thanks, Eric!!