How to Make Chicken Nachos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken nachos are a classic Mexican-inspired dish that is perfect for feeding a crowd or as a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. This recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken with crispy tortilla chips, melted cheese, and a variety of toppings for a mouthwatering snack or meal.

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Ingredients

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 (12 ounce) package corn tortilla chips, or as needed
  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
  • 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the chicken, vegetable oil, and cayenne pepper. Let stand for 15 minutes, or longer if desired.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken mixture, and fry until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spread a thin layer of tortilla chips in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle 1/4 of the chicken, 1/4 of the chilies, and 1/4 of the cheese over the chips. Repeat layers ending with cheese on the top.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through. Serve with your favorite nacho toppings.
  • Nutrition

    511 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 59mg
    • Sodium: 886mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 104mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 255mg