Ultimate Chicken Nachos That Will Wow Your Game Day Crowd

Delicious Chicken Nachos are the perfect game day snack, offering a customizable and quick-to-prepare treat.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Nacho Base

1 bag Tortilla Chips Use sturdy chips to hold toppings well.
2 cups Cooked Chicken Leftover rotisserie or sautéed fresh chicken.

Seasoning

1 tablespoon Chili Powder For a warm and spicy flavor.
1 teaspoon Cumin Adds earthy undertone.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or use fresh garlic if preferred.
to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for flavor balance.

Toppings

1 cup Black Beans Rinse canned beans before using.
2 cups Diced Tomatoes Use vine-ripened for best flavor.
1 cup Sliced Jalapeños Adjust for desired spice level.

Cheesy Goodness

2 cups Cheese Blend (Cheddar and Monterey Jack) Melts beautifully, consider pepper jack for spice.

Finishing Touches

1/4 cup Fresh Garnishes (Chopped Green Onions, Fresh Cilantro) Enhances flavor and presentation.
1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with plain yogurt.
1 cup Guacamole

Equipment

Oven
Oven-Safe Tray
Mixing Bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

Start by shredding your cooked chicken and mix with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and layer tortilla chips on an oven-safe tray.
Distribute the seasoned chicken, black beans, diced tomatoes, and jalapeños over the chips.
Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the layered ingredients.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Top with freshly chopped green onions, cilantro, sour cream, and guacamole before serving.
Serve immediately on a rustic wooden board or mini skillets for sharing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy creating your own chicken nachos magic with these ingredients! Reheat leftover nachos in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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