Easy Chicken Nachos
Transform your snack game with this quick and satisfying recipe for Easy Chicken Nachos! Perfect for a crowd or a cozy night in, these loaded nachos combine crispy tortilla chips with tender shredded chicken, gooey melted cheese, and a customizable array of toppings like black beans, fresh tomatoes, and spicy jalapeños. Ready in just 20 minutes, including prep and baking, this recipe offers the ultimate balance of convenience and flavor. Serve these nachos straight out of the oven with creamy guacamole, tangy sour cream, and zesty salsa for the perfect shareable meal or appetizer. Whether you're hosting game day or craving a fun, cheesy treat, these chicken nachos deliver big on taste while being incredibly easy to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Tortilla chips
- 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup Black beans (optional)
- 0.25 cup Sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Guacamole
- 0.5 cup Salsa
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter.
Evenly distribute the shredded chicken over the tortilla chips.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over the chicken and chips.
If using black beans and jalapeños, scatter them over the cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the nachos from the oven and carefully transfer to a serving platter, if desired.
Top with diced tomatoes and chopped cilantro, if using.
Serve immediately with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa on the side or spooned on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.8 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 1199 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 63.7 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 571 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1063 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
