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

Loaded BBQ chicken nachos are the ultimate comfort food. This dish combines all of the best flavors and textures into one perfect bite. Imagine crispy tortilla chips topped with tender, smoky BBQ chicken, gooey melted cheese, zesty jalapenos, and tangy sour cream. It's a party on a plate!

Whether you're hosting a game day get-together, having a casual dinner with friends, or just craving a satisfying snack, these loaded BBQ chicken nachos are sure to hit the spot. Plus, they're easy t...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag tortilla chips, or to taste
  • 1 cup barbeque sauce, or to taste
  • 4 cups shredded roasted chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil; coat with cooking spray.
  • Combine chicken, barbeque sauce, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder in a saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is heated through, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Spread a single layer of tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet. Top with 1/2 the chicken mixture and 1 1/4 cups Cheddar cheese. Place another layer of tortilla chips over cheese and top with remaining chicken mixture and cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until Cheddar cheese is melted and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    623 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 120mg
    • Sodium: 1021mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 441mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 455mg