Southwest Spice Green Chile Bowl
A warm and filling bowl featuring roasted potatoes and peppers, scrambled eggs, and green chiles, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Roasted Vegetables
- 1 cup diced russet potatoes Cut small for even roasting.
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 cup canned or roasted green chiles, drained and chopped Use canned for ease.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon for roasting, 1 tablespoon for eggs.
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt Plus more to taste.
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Bowl Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced Keep separate for storage.
- 8 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk or dairy-free alternative
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack Use dairy-free cheese for vegan.
- ¼ cup sour cream or dairy-free alternative
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preparation
- Set oven to 425°F (220°C) and allow to fully preheat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine diced potatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat.
- Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fork-tender.
Cooking
- While vegetables roast, whisk eggs in a bowl with milk and a pinch of salt until thoroughly combined.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chopped green chiles and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Pour in egg mixture and gently scramble until just set. Remove from heat promptly to prevent overcooking.
Assembly
- Divide roasted vegetables among 4 serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with scrambled eggs, halved cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, shredded cheese, and a spoonful of sour cream.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For a simpler spice base, use ideas from the budget friendly burger bowl for portion and side planning.
