Description
These BBQ Chicken Nachos are a delicious twist on classic nachos, loaded with shredded chicken, flavorful barbecue sauce, two types of cheese, and a medley of tasty toppings. Perfect for a party appetizer or a satisfying main course!
Ingredients
Tortilla Chips:
1 bag (12 ounces)
Shredded Chicken:
2 cups
Barbecue Sauce:
1/2 cup
Cheddar Cheese:
2 cups shredded
Monterey Jack Cheese:
1 cup shredded
Black Beans:
1/2 cup canned, rinsed and drained
Corn Kernels:
1/2 cup, fresh, frozen, or canned
Red Onion:
1/4 cup finely diced
Jalapeño:
1, thinly sliced
Pickled Jalapeños:
1/4 cup, optional
Cilantro:
1/4 cup fresh, chopped
Sour Cream and Guacamole:
for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Layer Chips: Spread tortilla chips evenly on the sheet.
- Prepare Chicken: Toss shredded chicken with barbecue sauce in a small bowl and scatter it over the chips.
- Add Cheeses and Toppings: Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the top, followed by black beans, corn, red onion, and jalapeño slices.
- Bake: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Top with pickled jalapeños and cilantro. Serve with sour cream and guacamole.
Notes
- Drizzle extra barbecue sauce over the nachos for added flavor.
- Additional toppings like diced tomatoes, olives, or avocado can be included.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
