Best 6 Baked Chicken Nachos Recipes

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**Introducing Baked Chicken Nachos: A Delightful Culinary Fusion of Mexican and American Flavors**

Indulge in the tantalizing fusion of Mexican and American flavors with our delectable Baked Chicken Nachos. This culinary masterpiece combines the crispy crunch of tortilla chips, the savory flavors of seasoned chicken, and the gooey indulgence of melted cheese, creating a symphony of taste and texture that will leave you craving more. Dive into the step-by-step instructions to discover how to prepare this dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. We've included variations to cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds, including a vegetarian option for those who prefer a meatless feast. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Baked Chicken Nachos - a delightful appetizer, snack, or main course that will become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN NACHOS



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Super-simple but totally killer nachos! These are to die for with some guacamole, sour cream and salsa. If it's too spicy for you, just leave out the cayenne.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 510.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 886.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

RESTAURANT STYLE CHICKEN NACHOS



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This delicious and easy to prepare recipe is sure to be a big hit! Hearty enough for a meal. The key is the meat filling -- it also makes a great filling for tacos and quesadillas. This recipe can be modified to meet your own taste. I recommend serving with sour cream and guacamole. Be creative!

Provided by LAURA B.

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cloves garlic, crushed
6 green onions, sliced, white parts and tops separated
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 shredded, cooked, whole chicken breast
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup salsa
½ (12 ounce) package tortilla chips
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend
½ large tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a 12 inch skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the garlic and white parts of the green onions in canola oil until tender. Mix in shredded chicken, salt and pepper. Toss until well coated with oil. Stir in the salsa.
  • Arrange tortilla chips on a large baking sheet. Spoon the chicken mixture over tortilla chips. Top with Cheddar/Monterey Jack cheese blend and tomato. Bake in the preheated oven 10 minutes, or until cheese has melted. Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onion tops before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 54.2 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 669.6 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

BAKED CHICKEN NACHOS



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This chicken nachos recipe is delicious and so simple. Rotisserie (or leftover) chicken keeps it quick, and the seasonings and splash of lime juice lend fantastic flavor. My husband enjoys this snack so much that he often requests it for dinner! -Gail Cawsey, Geneseo, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium sweet red peppers, diced
1 medium green pepper, diced
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2-1/4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
7-1/2 cups tortilla chips
8 ounces pepper jack cheese, shredded
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 cup sour cream
2 to 3 teaspoons diced pickled jalapeno peppers, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute peppers in 1-1/2 teaspoons oil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; transfer to a small bowl. In the same skillet, saute the beans, garlic, oregano and cumin in remaining oil for 3 minutes or until heated through., Meanwhile, combine the chicken, lime juice, salt and pepper. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half each of the tortilla chips, pepper mixture, bean mixture, chicken, cheese, onions and cilantro. Repeat layers., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Serve with sour cream and, if desired, pickled jalapenos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

NACHO CHICKEN BAKE



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Top leftover chicken and ready-made salsa with gooey melted cheddar cheese and tortilla chips for a no-fuss nibble to share with friends

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Snack, Supper

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

300g jar mild or hot salsa , whichever you prefer
210g can red kidney beans
200g cooked chicken (leftover from a roast is ideal), chopped
0.5 small pack coriander , chopped
about 75g nacho cheese tortilla chips
75g cheddar , grated
salad , to serve
avocado , to serve
1 lime , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Tip the jar of salsa and the beans with their juice into a pan. Stir in the chicken and coriander, then heat until bubbling.
  • Tip the mixture into a shallow ovenproof dish. Top with the tortillas and cheese, then bake for 8 mins. Serve with a salad, preferably including some avocado, and a good squeeze of lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 3.2 milligram of sodium

BAKED CHICKEN NACHOS



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Try these Baked Chicken Nachos tonight. You might find yourself making chicken dinners just to get the leftovers for more Baked Chicken Nachos!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp. oil
1 cup each chopped green peppers, red peppers and onions
3 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
3/4 cup water
1 pkg. (1 oz.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
7 cups tortilla chips (6 oz.)
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add vegetables; cook and stir 5 min. Stir in chicken. Add water and seasoning mix; stir. Cook 10 min., stirring occasionally. Stir in sour cream.
  • Place half the chips in 13x9-inch baking dish; cover with layers of half each of the chicken mixture and cheese. Repeat layers.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 19 g

CHICKEN NACHO BAKE



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Delight your whole family with this Chicken Nacho Bake. Noshers will love this juicy Chicken Nacho bake with all its cheesy, creamy nacho toppings.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Place chicken on foil-covered baking sheet. Cut 3 small slits in top of each breast with sharp knife.
  • Top with salsa, sour cream and crushed chips.
  • Bake 30 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF), topping with cheese after 20 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 360 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 21 g

Tips for Making the Best Baked Chicken Nachos:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your nachos will taste. This means using ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and freshly grated cheese.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked through, but not dry. Overcooked chicken will make your nachos tough and chewy.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The more toppings you use, the more flavorful your nachos will be. Some popular toppings include black beans, corn, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.
  • Bake the nachos until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will help to hold all of the toppings together and create a gooey, delicious mess.
  • Serve the nachos hot: Nachos are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, when the cheese is still melted and the chips are still crispy.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make party food. They're perfect for game day, potlucks, or any other occasion where you need a crowd-pleasing snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give baked chicken nachos a try. You won't be disappointed.

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