Hearty Mexican Chicken Hash with Poached Eggs
Indulge in a hearty dish that transcends the traditional breakfast, lunch, or dinner boundaries with our Mexican Chicken Hash featuring perfectly poached eggs. This recipe emerged from a delightful weekend when I had leftover sweet potatoes and grilled chicken. The vibrant mix of colorful bell peppers, nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, and savory chicken create a flavor-packed, one-skillet meal that's as satisfying as it is easy to make. It's a fantastic way to use leftovers creatively, but even if you're starting from scratch, rotisserie chicken or freshly grilled chicken works wonders. Topped with creamy Monterey Jack pepper cheese and finished in the oven, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser that will warm your soul any time of the day.
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Servings
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Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
diced chicken
2 1/2 cups (cooked and diced, can use rotisserie or freshly cooked)
green pepper
1 (diced)
red pepper
1 (diced)
carrot
1/2 cup (diced)
celery
1/2 cup (diced)
onion
1 large (diced)
shredded sweet potatoes
2 1/2 cups (can use leftover or freshly grated)
Monterey Jack pepper cheese
1 cup (shredded)
chipotle chile in adobo
1 (diced fine)
chicken broth
1 to 1 1/2 cups (to moisten the hash)
minced garlic
1 teaspoon (fresh)
fresh parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
chili powder
1 teaspoon (to taste)
cumin
1 teaspoon (ground)
dried thyme
1 tablespoon (dried)
butter
3 tablespoons (for sautéing)
salt
to taste (for seasoning)
ground pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
eggs
6 (to be poached in the dish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a large ovenproof skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. If you're using fresh chicken, add it to the pan and sauté it for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned.
3
If using leftover chicken, skip this step. Instead, add the diced vegetables (green pepper, red pepper, onion, carrot, and celery) directly to the melted butter and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
4
Once the chicken (if used) is browned or the vegetables are tender, add the sweet potatoes (either precooked or fresh shredded), minced garlic, diced chipotle, half of the cheese, parsley, and the seasonings (chili powder, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper).
5
Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, stirring to combine all ingredients well. If the mixture looks dry, add a little more broth. It should be moistened but not soupy.
6
Remove the skillet from heat and use the bottom of a glass to make six indentations in the hash, creating small wells for the eggs.
7
Crack one egg at a time into a small bowl and gently pour each egg into the indentations. Sprinkle the remaining cheese around the eggs and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Place the skillet in the preheated oven on the middle rack. Bake for 7-10 minutes, depending on how runny you like your egg yolks, until they reach your desired doneness.
9
Once ready, take the skillet out of the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve hot. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearty Mexican Chicken Hash with Poached Eggs?
It is a versatile one-skillet meal featuring chicken, shredded sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and eggs that are poached directly in the hash in the oven.
Can I use rotisserie chicken for this recipe?
Yes, rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver and works perfectly in this dish.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for six eggs to be poached in the hash.
What type of cheese is best for this Mexican hash?
Monterey Jack pepper cheese is recommended for its creamy texture and slight spicy kick.
Is this a good recipe for using leftovers?
Absolutely, it was originally created to use up leftover grilled chicken and sweet potatoes.
How long should the eggs bake in the oven?
Bake the skillet for 7-10 minutes, depending on how runny you prefer your egg yolks.
What vegetables are included in the hash?
The vegetable mix includes green pepper, red pepper, onion, carrot, and celery.
Do I need an ovenproof skillet?
Yes, because the dish is started on the stovetop and then moved to the oven to finish cooking the eggs.
How do I prepare the sweet potatoes?
You can use either precooked sweet potatoes or freshly shredded ones for this recipe.
What spices give the dish its Mexican flavor?
The flavor comes from a combination of chili powder, ground cumin, and chipotle chile in adobo.
How much chicken broth is required?
You will need 1 to 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth to moisten the hash.
How do I create the space for the eggs?
Use the bottom of a glass to make six indentations or small wells in the hash mixture.
What if the hash mixture looks too dry?
If the mixture appears dry after adding the initial cup of broth, add a little more until it is moistened but not soupy.
Should I crack the eggs directly into the pan?
It is recommended to crack each egg into a small bowl first and then gently pour it into the wells to avoid shells or broken yolks.
What is the purpose of the butter in this recipe?
Three tablespoons of butter are used to sauté the chicken and vegetables for added richness and flavor.
How much chicken is needed?
The recipe requires 2 1/2 cups of cooked and diced chicken.
Is there a specific way to dice the chipotle?
Yes, the chipotle chile in adobo should be diced very fine to distribute the heat evenly.
What kind of garlic should I use?
The recipe calls for one teaspoon of fresh minced garlic.
Can I serve this for dinner?
Yes, while it contains eggs, it is hearty enough for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
When do I add the cheese?
Add half of the cheese into the hash mixture and sprinkle the remaining half around the eggs before baking.
What herb is used for garnish?
Fresh chopped parsley is used both in the hash and as an optional garnish.
Does the recipe include celery?
Yes, it includes 1/2 cup of diced celery.
How long do I sauté the vegetables?
The vegetables should be sautéed for about 5 minutes until they have softened.
What if I am using fresh chicken instead of leftovers?
Sauté the fresh chicken in the butter for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned before adding the vegetables.
Should I season the eggs separately?
Yes, sprinkle the eggs with salt and pepper to taste once they are in their wells.
Is the thyme fresh or dried?
The recipe specifies one tablespoon of dried thyme.
How much onion is required?
You will need one large diced onion.
What is the texture of the finished hash?
The hash should be moist and savory, topped with melted cheese and set eggs.
Can I use red onion?
While the recipe calls for a large onion, red onion can be used if you prefer its flavor.