Loaded Chicken Nachos
Seasoned chicken, hearty beans, gooey melted cheese, and topped with all the delicious fixings- like sour cream, salsa, and cilantro- of course, you can add on all your favorites! These Loaded Chicken Nachos are all the perfect easy meal or epic appetizer, that's perfect for game day grub, taco Tuesday, or your favorite fiesta.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds cooked chicken chopped (see notes for cooking instructions)
- ⅛ cup water
- 1 ounce taco seasoning packet
- 11 ounces tortilla chips (use about ¾ of a bag)
- 15 ounce can black beans drained
- 16 ounces shredded cheese of choice (2 cups) mexican blend or cheddar work well
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced or diced (you can use any tomatoes)
- ⅛ cup cilantro finely chopped (or to taste)
- 2 jalapeños sliced
- 2 to 3 green onions sliced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a saute pan, add the chicken, water, and taco seasoning. Over medium heat mix the chicken until fully coated (approximately 2-3 minutes). Remove from the heat. Set aside.
- On a 9x13 sheet, layer the bottom with tortilla chips.
- Top the chips in order with the chicken, black beans, and cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
- Remove from the oven and top the nachos with the tomatoes, cilantro, jalapenos, and green onions.
- Serve with a side of sour cream and salsa. Add any additional favorite nacho or taco toppings you enjoy! We love guacamole, too!
Notes
- Meal prep by preparing your chicken mixture as directed 1 day in advance. Then chop the veggies and cilantro and shred the cheese. Refrigerate each in airtight containers for use the next day.
- Cleanup: Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for even easier cleanup.
- Distribute ingredients evenly to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Loaded Nachos Toppings: Pile them high with fresh toppings! While the chicken, beans, and cheese are the base of the nachos, those toppings add tons of flavor, too! Using your favorites will ensure nacho bliss!
- Serve Quickly: Serve nachos immediately after assembling to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 731kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 1361mg | Potassium: 715mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1487IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 518mg | Iron: 4mg
Find it online:
www.soulfullymade.com/loaded-chicken-nachos-recipe/