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Barbecue Chicken Nachos

Savor Irresistible Barbecue Chicken Nachos for Game Day Fun

Savor irresistible Barbecue Chicken Nachos for a crowd-pleasing snack that's easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Nachos
  • 2 cups shredded boneless skinless chicken breast or shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 8 oz tortilla chips preferably thicker
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese or cheddar, can be dairy-free
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup diced red onion or green onions
  • 1 piece jalapeno or diced bell pepper for less spice
  • 1 cup diced tomato or pico de gallo
  • 1 cup cilantro or green onions or parsley if preferred

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Barbecue Chicken Nachos
  1. Cook Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in a pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 12-14 minutes until cooked through, then shred or dice.
  2. Mix Chicken with BBQ Sauce: Combine shredded chicken with barbecue sauce in a bowl, mixing until fully coated.
  3. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F to ensure perfect baking of nachos.
  4. Assemble Nachos: Layer half of the tortilla chips, then half of the chicken mixture, toppings, and cheese. Repeat layers.
  5. Bake Nachos: Bake assembled nachos at 400°F for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
  6. Serve: Let nachos cool slightly before garnishing with diced tomatoes and cilantro. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and serve immediately after baking for optimal crunch. Customize toppings as desired.

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