Description
Chicken Nachos are the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy tortilla chips layered with tender shredded chicken, gooey melted cheese, and an array of fresh toppings. Perfect for game days or cozy evenings, this dish delivers a burst of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more. Easily customizable to suit your preferences, Chicken Nachos transform any gathering into a festive occasion. Dive in and indulge in this cheesy delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz thick tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 2 fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook in a skillet over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Shred cooked chicken.
- Layer half of the tortilla chips in the baking dish, followed by half of the shredded chicken, cheese, and jalapeños. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Drizzle BBQ sauce on top and serve hot with sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of dish (210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg