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Our Favorite Tex Mex Chorizo Migas Recipe

Published: Apr 15, 2023 by Sandi Gaertner · 14 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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I can't wait to share this deliciously satisfying Migas recipe with you. These Mexican migas are packed full of flavor from eggs, corn tortillas, chorizo, onions, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cheese.

A plate full of Mexican migas.
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Migas are considered a traditional Mexican breakfast where you cook corn tortillas and scramble in eggs with other tasty ingredients. I have always included chorizo because it adds so much flavor to this dish.

Cacique® makes many delicious Hispanic kinds of cheese, chorizo, and cremas to help you make all your favorite Mexican foods! (All of Cacique® cheeses and chorizos are gluten free!)

If you love breakfast as much as we do, check out my delicious gluten free breakfast recipes!

Why This Recipe Is Great:

  1. Flavorful: Migas are made from simple ingredients, including eggs, chorizo, corn tortillas, and cheese. I include fresh cilantro and jalapeños to add some spice.
  2. Filling: Migas makes a hearty breakfast. It is full of protein that will keep you full all day.
  3. Easy to make: Migas are a great way to use up stale bread, and the dish can be made with just a few basic ingredients. The recipe can be adapted to include vegetables and other items from your fridge.
  4. Affordable: Migas are inexpensive and can be made using ingredients readily available in most kitchens. This makes them an excellent option for anyone looking for a delicious, satisfying meal that won't break the bank.

This is an awesome recipe to make on Cinco de Mayo. For more recipe ideas, check out these Gluten Free Cinco de Mayo Recipes.

Ingredient Notes:

Migas ingredients like sour cream, cilantro, chorizo and cheese.
  • Eggs - Size Large
  • Corn Tortillas - Store-bought or make these Gluten Free Corn Tortillas from scratch.
  • Chorizo- Cacique brand is really good.
  • Cheese - I like panela or queso fresco.
  • Tomatoes
  • Onion - Yellow onion.
  • Cilantro
  • Sour Cream and Salsa - Optional but yummy.

If you are looking for more delicious gluten free Mexican breakfast ideas, give this Ground Turkey Chili Shakshuka a try.

A fork full of migas with a slice of jalapeño on top.

Feel free to adapt these Tex-Mex migas and add to them. I often add chopped green peppers and other vegetables to change things up every now and then. You can even use corn tortillas to make migas with chorizo tacos.

pouring oil into a skillet for frying

Tools For Migas:

  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Cutting Board
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Recipe Step-By-Step Directions:

Chopped cilantro, tomatoes and jalapeños on a wooden cutting board.

Step 1: Grab a cutting board and a sharp knife. First, wash and chop the fresh cilantro, cherry tomatoes, and jalapeños.

Cooking chorizo and onions in a frying pan.

Step 2: Open up the pork chorizo and remove the chorizo from out of the casing. Toss the casing in the trash.

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the chorizo to a pan with the diced onions and a tablespoon of oil. Cook on medium heat until the chorizo is fully cooked and the onions are soft.

🔑 Sandi says: As the mixture cooks, be sure to chop the chorizo up into small pieces.

Adding egg and tortillas to the frying pan.

Step 3: Add the corn tortillas, egg, tomato, salt, and pepper to the pan. Cook on medium heat until the eggs are starting to cook.

Adding in the cheese crumbles to the frying pan.

Step 4: Add the Cacique® Panela cheese crumbles. Continue to cook until the cheese melts and the eggs are cooked. Be sure to mix and stir with a wooden spoon so the eggs cook evenly.

Adding cilantro to the cooked migas in the frying pan.

Step 5: Add in the fresh cilantro and toss to cook it. Serve it hot on a plate and drizzle Cacique® Cilantro Lime Sour Cream on top!

The top view of a plate of migas with the pan behind the plate.

Are you ready to make these for your breakfast? For another delicious recipe with Cacique® Cheeses and Chorizo, check out this easy White Queso Cheese Dip recipe!

Recipe FAQ:

Are migas healthy?

Migas are considered healthy. They are made with natural ingredients including eggs, chorizo, onions, cheese, and corn tortillas.

How long do migas keep fresh?

Migas will keep fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

How do you store migas?

Migas should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

More Gluten-Free Mexican Food Recipes:

  • Fresh Padron Pepper Salsa - A deliciously fresh flavored salsa.
  • Gluten Free Taco Soup - Easy 30-minute taco soup.
  • Blackened Shrimp Fajitas - You will love this quick and easy dinner recipe!
  • Ground Pork Chili - Tasty and delicious. You control the level of spice.

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A plate full of Mexican migas.

Easy Tex Mex Migas Recipe

Sandi Gaertner
A hearty traditional Mexican breakfast that includes eggs, corn tortillas, and chorizo.
5 from 24 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Gluten Free Breakfast Recipes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 211 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 corn tortillas * see note
  • 9 ounces chorizo uncooked
  • ¼ cup cheese
  • ⅓ cup cherry tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro fresh is best
  • ¼ cup yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • dash black pepper
  • 4 teaspoons sour cream

Instructions
 

  • Chop the cilantro, cherry tomatoes, and the onion.
  • Heat a pan over medium heat and add the oil and onion. Cook for 5 minutes and add the chorizo.
  • Cook until the chorizo is cooked, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the scrambled eggs, ripped up corn tortillas, salt, and pepper. Cook until the eggs are part-way cooked.
  • Add the cheese and finish cooking the eggs. Cook until the cheese is melted into the eggs.
  • Add fresh chopped cilantro.
  • Serve hot with sour cream.

Notes

  1. Use gluten free store-bought corn tortillas or make this easy gluten free corn tortillas recipe.
  2. You can use any cheese you like. 
  3. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

SPECIAL NOTE

Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn't test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 211kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 11gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 255mgSodium: 224mgPotassium: 181mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 534IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 111mgIron: 2mg
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  1. Renee | The Good Hearted Woman

    September 20, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    5 stars
    We make a variation of migas for weekend breakfast sometimes. It's so good, and when you eat it, you never have those midday hunger issues - it sticks with you! Your version looks delicious. We will have to try it next time!

    Reply
    • Sandi Gaertner

      September 21, 2018 at 12:19 pm

      That is so true Renee, it really is hearty 🙂

      Reply
  2. Andrea @ Cooking with Mamma C

    September 20, 2018 at 2:05 pm

    5 stars
    I recently found out about migas and would love to try this! Chorizo is so flavorful, and must go so well with the other ingredients.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      September 21, 2018 at 12:18 pm

      I am so glad you discovered migas, what do you like in yours?

      Reply
  3. Jessica Formicola

    September 20, 2018 at 1:40 pm

    5 stars
    This looks like a weeknight meal that my family would love!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      September 21, 2018 at 12:18 pm

      I love breakfast for dinner 🙂

      Reply
  4. Pam Greer

    September 20, 2018 at 12:18 pm

    5 stars
    I can't believe I have never had migas! I definitely need to make them ASAP!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      September 21, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      If you lived closer I would have you over for breakfast 🙂

      Reply
  5. Lisa Bynum

    September 20, 2018 at 11:18 am

    5 stars
    I buy that exact brand of chorizo! This is almost like breakfast nachos ... I love it! I would even make this for a breakfast for dinner type meal.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      September 21, 2018 at 12:17 pm

      I love that you can get this chorizo as pork or beef so anyone can enjoy it.

      Reply
  6. Stef

    September 17, 2018 at 8:01 pm

    5 stars
    I've never even heard of Migas! Thanks for the introduction! I totally agree with your son that the chorizo is the way to go!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      September 18, 2018 at 12:31 pm

      LOL, he will love that there are more chorizo fans out there!

      Reply
  7. Jillian Wade

    September 17, 2018 at 7:47 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my gosh, this is the best Mexican comfort food! I can't wait to make it again!

    Reply
    • Sandi Gaertner

      September 17, 2018 at 7:50 pm

      If you love Mexican comfort foods, you will love this recipe Jillian 🙂

      Reply

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