Tortilla a La Mexicana

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Tortilla a La Mexicana - A Delicious and Healthy Mexican Dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

265

Sugar

Fat

13g

Tortilla a La Mexicana is a traditional Mexican dish that has been enjoyed for decades by Mexican families. The dish is easy to make, healthy and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. It's made with eggs, chicken and tomatoes, which are staple ingredients in Mexican cuisine. The dish is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and can be enjoyed with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	Season chicken breast with chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Place onto a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes until fully cooked.
3.	In a pan, add butter and heat on medium until it melts. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
4.	In a bowl, beat the eggs, salt, and black pepper together.
5.	In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of butter, and pour the egg mixture into the pan.
6.	Keep stirring the mixture until it begins to set, add the cooked tomatoes and shredded chicken breast.
7.	Keep stirring until the eggs are cooked and the tortilla is firm.
8.	Remove from heat and serve hot.

PROS

Tortilla a La Mexicana is a low-fat, high-protein meal with lots of flavor.

It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner and can be enjoyed by individuals or families.

This recipe is easy to prepare and takes less than an hour to cook.

CONS

This dish contains eggs and chicken, which may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

Chili powder can be spicy for some, so it’s best to adjust the recipe according to preferences.

The dish has no explicit cons.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tortilla a La Mexicana is made with healthy and nutritious ingredients like chicken, eggs, and tomatoes.
The dish is high in protein, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B12, which are essential nutrients for healthy bones and muscles.
It is also low in carbohydrates and can be an ideal meal option for people looking to manage their sugar levels.

	1 boneless chicken breast half
	2 tablespoons chili powder
	1 large tomatoes , peeled , seeded and chopped
	2 tablespoons butter
	6 eggs
	salt & freshly ground black pepper