Scrambled Eggs, Cheese, and Avocado Tortilla Bowl Recipe
September 16, 2025
Mexican Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
Mexican ham and cheese breakfast casserole features distinctive Mexican flavor twists that transform ordinary breakfast casserole into something special and memorable. This hearty breakfast option becomes a 3-cheese casserole when topped with optional additional cheese for extra richness and indulgence. The Mexican flavor elements add exciting spice and complexity while the substantial ingredients ensure this casserole satisfies hungry families throughout busy morning schedules.
A breakfast casserole with a Mexican flavor twist. I make it a 3-cheese casserole by topping it with the optional queso cotija.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients
3 corn tortillas, cut into 1-inch pieces
½ cup chopped ham
½ cup diced tomatoes
½ cup salsa
¼ cup milk
¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup shredded jalapeno Jack cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 medium green onions, sliced
3 large eggs
¾ cup milk
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 5×7-inch glass dish.
Mix ham, tomatoes, salsa, 1/4 cup milk, Cheddar cheese, jalapeno Jack cheese, cilantro, and green onions.
Place half of the tortillas into the prepared baking dish and top with half of the ham mixture. Repeat layers. In another bowl, mix eggs, 3/4 cup milk, salt, and pepper. Pour over mixture in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until top starts to brown, 60 to 75 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle with cotija cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 690 | Calories |
| 22g | Fat |
| 101g | Carbs |
| 28g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 690 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 22g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 9g | 43% |
| Cholesterol 179mg | 60% |
| Sodium 773mg | 34% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101g | 37% |
| Dietary Fiber 14g | 51% |
| Total Sugars 7g | |
| Protein 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin C 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium 431mg | 33% |
| Iron 4mg | 21% |
| Potassium 772mg | 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.
