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Roasted Hatch Chile Eggs and Grits

Published: Jun 23, 2016 · Modified: Jan 14, 2021 by Sandi Gaertner · 25 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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If you love cheese with a hint of spice, this cheesy fire-roasted hatch chile eggs and grits will make you hungry.  Top these cheese grits with eggs, chives, and jalapeños for a spicy treat.

Enjoy this easy grits and eggs breakfast in just 20 minutes!! Get ready for more spice with this delicious Hatch Chile Hummus recipe.

cheese grits with a sunnyside up fried egg on top
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Today, I am going to show you how to make cheesy grits and eggs for breakfast.

Most mornings are so rushed that we don't have time for a delicious hearty breakfast. Now that it is summer, mornings are more relaxed. We have time to get back to basics and enjoy a meal together.

The star of this cheese grits recipe is the fire-roasted hatch chiles. I am on the tail end of using up the hatch chiles I fire-roasted a few months ago. I fire roasted them in bulk and then froze the extras. I love their spicy peppery flavor.

Why this recipe is great:

This recipe is something I used to enjoy quite a bit when I lived in Austin. It makes a delicious breakfast. Grits are probably a Southern thing, but combined with the flavors of spicy roasted chiles, it has a special Texan flare!

These grits and eggs are so easy to make, and you can make this recipe in under 20 minutes!

What you need to make this:

grits and eggs ingredients
  • Grits - I like to use a more coarse grind to my grits. It adds texture to the creaminess.
  • Cheese - you can use any cheese. I love to use fresh mozzarella because it melts beautifully and lends to a creamy flavor. Cheddar cheese also works really well to make cheddar grits.
  • Hatch green chiles - you can use freshly roasted chiles or canned green chiles.

If you are new to hatch chiles, or want to watch my video on how to fire roast hatch chiles, you will want to read all of my hatch chile tips and tricks.

Recipe step by step directions:

Making grits stovetop is really easy!!

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Step 1: Cook the grits according to the package.

Step 2: When they are almost ready, add milk, hatch chiles, and cheese. Cook the cheese grits on low heat for 10 minutes until the milk is cooked in and the cheese is melted throughout.

Fun Swap: If you don't have hatch chiles or a can of green chiles, you can dice jalapeño to make jalapeño cheese grits.

eggs and grits steps 3 and 4 photos

Step 3: Fry your eggs sunny side up so the yolk can be broken over the cooked grits.

Step 4: Add some of the cheesy grits onto your plate. Use a spatula to move a sunny side up fried egg on top of the cooked grits and garnish with fresh chives and jalapeño.

Tips and Recipe FAQ:

What are cheese grits made of?

Cheese grits are made of ground cornmeal, milk, and cheese.

What else can you add to grits?

I love to add the roasted hatch chiles, but you can add bacon, sausage, different flavors of cheese, corn kernels, etc. The sky is the limit on ways to add fun and flavor to your grits.

What is a typical ratio for grits to water?

Stone ground grits are cooked at a 4:1 ratio with water, so 1 cup grits to 4 cups water.

What do people eat with grits?

You can add the egg to your grits like I do, or enjoy grits with shrimp as a dinner.

How long will this keep?

These grits will keep up to 4 days in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

What is the difference between grits and polenta

The main difference between grits and polenta is the texture. Polenta is made with a more coarse grind of corn. Polenta is made with white corn, or hominy, and polenta is made with yellow corn

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cheese grits with a sunnyside up fried egg on top

Roasted Hatch Chile Cheese Grits and Eggs

Sandi Gaertner
An easy hatch chile cheddar grits with eggs recipe. It makes the best breakfast!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Gluten Free Breakfast Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 125 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet

Ingredients
  

  • grits * see note
  • 1 package fresh mozzarella cheese * see note
  • ¼ cup roasted hatch chiles * see note
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • fresh chives
  • jalapenos
  • salt/pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a pot, cook the grits according to package instructions. (I used 1 cup grits to 3 cups water with ½ teaspoon salt.) Different brands require different ratios so definitely check the package.
  • When the grits are almost done, add milk, chiles and cheese.
  • Cook an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted throughout the grits.
  • In a frying pan, add oil and allow the pan to heat up.
  • Cook 4 fried eggs, sunny side up.
  • Use salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spread grits on a plate and top with an egg.
  • Sprinkle chives on top.
  • Serve hot.

Notes

  1. You can use fresh mozzarella cheese as I did, or cheddar cheese. Both taste delicious with the chile flavors.
  2. Use freshly fire-roasted hatch chiles or canned green chiles. If you don't have either you can add some finely diced jalapeños.
  3. I like to use coarse grits, but you can use a finer grind if you like a smoother texture.
  4. These grits will keep up to 4 days in the refrigerator. Store in an air-tight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 168mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 121mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 312IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Noelle Simpson

    January 04, 2021 at 12:05 pm

    5 stars
    This was so delicious! Really easy to make and I loved the addition of Jalapeños!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      January 05, 2021 at 9:14 pm

      I am so glad you enjoyed this Noelle :-).

      Reply
  2. Renee Goerger

    January 04, 2021 at 9:55 am

    5 stars
    Oh heck yeah! This is what I've been craving and didn't even know it. Thanks for the great recipe. I could eat this every morning!!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      January 04, 2021 at 10:24 am

      You are very welcome Renee :-).

      Reply
  3. Bets29

    December 24, 2020 at 12:06 pm

    honestly, I do NOT like grits - there is just nothing there. BUT with this recipe I may just have to try it - because I love Jalapenos & green chilies in my food.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      December 24, 2020 at 12:42 pm

      I love spice too 🙂

      Reply
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