Description
Indulge in Loaded BBQ Chicken Nachos, where crispy tortilla chips are layered with smoky shredded chicken, melty cheese, and tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect for gatherings, game nights, or cozy movie marathons, these nachos promise a burst of flavor that will leave everyone craving more. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings, this dish invites you to create your own masterpiece while bringing friends and family together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 10 oz sturdy tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Bake on a lined baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and toss it in BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Spread tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or platter.
- Layer shredded chicken over the chips, followed by shredded cheese.
- Bake nachos for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then top with sour cream, jalapeños, green onions, and cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plateful (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg