Chicken Nachos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
421 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chicken Nachos
Description
The Chicken Nachos recipe begins with mixing black beans with chili powder, cumin, and black pepper to infuse them with a mild smoky spice. A bed of salted tortilla chips is spread on a baking sheet, then topped with shredded cooked chicken and the prepared beans. Generous shredded cheese covers the chips and fillings, melting in the oven to bind the layers.
Once baked at 350°F until the cheese melts, the nachos are garnished with fresh Pico de Gallo for tang and freshness, creamy cubed avocado, sliced jalapeños for heat, sliced black olives for briny contrast, and dollops of sour cream providing richness and balance. Lime wedges and fresh cilantro offer optional bright garnishes for enhanced flavor.
This dish can be adjusted easily for portions, ideal for one or groups. Freshly grated cheese is recommended to achieve a meltier texture than pre-shredded varieties. Baking in batches may be necessary for larger servings.
Adjust recipe quantities for single servings or larger groups as needed.Prefer freshly grated cheese for a better melt and texture.Line baking sheets with parchment paper or use a cookie sheet for easy cleanup.Bake nachos in batches if preparing large quantities to maintain quality.
Ingredients
- 1 tortilla chips salted, in bag
- 2 cups chicken leftover chicken or rotisserie work well, shredded
- 14.5 ounce black beans canned, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cheese shredded
- 1 cup Pico de Gallo
- 2 avocado cubed, fresh
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 jalapeño sliced
- 1 can black olives sliced
- lime for garnish if desired, wedges and fresh
- cilantro for garnish if desired, wedges and fresh
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the beans, chili powder, cumin, and pepper. Set aside.
- Spread a bag of tortilla chips over the bottom of a cookie sheet or any large oven safe pan.
- Spread the chicken around the chips. Spread prepared beans over the chicken.
- Top with the shredded cheese and place in the oven until the cheese is melted. Depending on the type of cheese, this could take between 5-10 minutes. Keep a close eye on it.
- Remove, add the remaining toppings and serve immediately. Serve with lime wedges and a sprinkle of fresh chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Adjust recipe quantities for single servings or larger groups as needed.
- Prefer freshly grated cheese for a better melt and texture.
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper or use a cookie sheet for easy cleanup.
- Bake nachos in batches if preparing large quantities to maintain quality.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 421 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 421kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 74mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 834mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 721mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 776IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 253mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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