Best 7 Black Bean Blackened Chicken Nachos Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Black Bean Blackened Chicken Nachos, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This flavor-packed dish combines the smokiness of blackened chicken, the creaminess of black beans, the vibrant freshness of pico de gallo, the tanginess of sour cream, and the melted indulgence of cheese, all nestled atop crispy tortilla chips. Embark on a culinary adventure with our three nacho recipes: the classic Black Bean Blackened Chicken Nachos, the vegetarian-friendly Black Bean and Veggie Nachos, and the utterly decadent Supreme Nachos, each offering a unique explosion of flavors. Prepare to be captivated by the perfect balance of textures and tastes in this nacho extravaganza.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN NACHOS



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Half a 13-ounce bag tortilla chips (about 5 cups)
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
Half a rotisserie chicken, skin removed, meat shredded
2 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
1 to 1 1/2 cups salsa
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups Roasted Garlic Guacamole, recipe follows, or store-bought guacamole
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Pickled jalapenos, for serving
1 head garlic
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 serrano pepper
4 Hass avocadoes, halved, pitted and peeled
Juice of 1 lime
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 F.
  • Spread the chips out evenly on a baking sheet. Top with the beans and chicken, then the cheese. Bake until the cheese is bubbly, 7 to 8 minutes. Top with the lettuce, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, cilantro and pickled jalapenos.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Slice the top off the head of garlic. Place the garlic on a sheet of aluminum foil and drizzle with the olive oil. Wrap the garlic tightly. Roast for about 30 minutes, depending on the size of the garlic, until soft and golden brown. Let cool completely. Squeeze the peel of each clove to release the garlic.
  • In a food processor, combine the garlic, serrano, avocados, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pulse until chunky. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the cilantro.
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

BLACK BEAN CHICKEN NACHOS



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The best chicken nachos can be found at Zeppelins in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Zeppelins' famous dish inspired me to make my own nachos-but with the added convenience of a slow cooker. I always use cilantro because it is economical and makes the dish pop with flavor. -Natalie Hess, Pennsville, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 4h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
2 jars (16 ounces each) black bean and corn salsa
1 each medium green pepper and sweet red pepper, chopped
Tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional toppings: Minced fresh cilantro, pickled jalapeno slices and sour cream

Steps:

  • Place chicken, salsa and peppers in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until meat is tender, 4-5 hours., Remove chicken; shred with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker to heat through. Using a slotted spoon, serve chicken over chips; sprinkle with cheese and optional toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN NACHOS



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Try our easy chicken nachos recipe from Lucinda Scala Quinn, made with black beans, cooked chicken, and salsa.

Provided by Lucinda Scala Quinn

Categories     Super Bowl     snack     Bean     Chicken     Cheese     Salsa     Avocado     Quick & Easy

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons safflower oil
1 small white onion, chopped
1 (15-ounce/425 g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces (340 g) tortilla chips
2 cups (250 g) shredded cooked chicken
1 ⅔ cups (10 ounces/284 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1¾ cups (16 ounces/454 g) salsa, store-bought or salsa verde
1 avocado, pitted, peeled, and coarsely chopped
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
Sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) with the rack in the center position. Heat the safflower oil in a 10-inch (25 cm) skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the black beans, cumin, and oregano. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat.
  • Arrange one-third of the tortilla chips on a baking sheet or oven-safe platter. Top with one-third each of the black beans, chicken, cheese, and salsa. Repeat this layering twice more.
  • Transfer to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted throughout, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with the avocado, jalapeño, and dollops of sour cream. Serve immediately.

BLACK BEAN NACHOS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 oz. tortilla chips
1 can (15.5 oz.) GOYA® Black Beans, drained and rinsed
2 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded and finely chopped (about 1 cup)
4 GOYA® Whole Jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced (about ¼ cup)
1 scallion, thinly sliced (about ¼ cup)
1½ cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
GOYA® Pico de Gallo, for garnish
Frozen GOYA® Guacamole, thawed, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Arrange top oven rack 6" from top heat source. Heat broiler.
  • 2. Arrange tortilla chips in single layer in 12" skillet (or other oven-proof dish of equal size). Sprinkle beans, tomatoes, peppers and scallions evenly over chips. Sprinkle cheese evenly over chips and toppings.
  • 3. Broil, occasionally rotating pan for even melting, until cheese is bubbly and toppings are hot, 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired. Serve with Pico de Gallo and guacamole, if desired.

CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN NACHOS



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons safflower oil
1 small white onion, chopped
1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
12 ounces tortilla chips
2 cups poached, shredded chicken
10 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
16 ounces salsa
1 avocado, coarsely chopped
Thinly sliced jalapeno, for garnish
Sour cream, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees with rack in middle position.
  • In a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons safflower oil. Add onion and saute until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add black beans, cumin, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Remove from heat.
  • On a sheet pan or oven-safe platter, layer one-third the tortilla chips and top with one third the black beans, chicken, cheese, and salsa. Repeat layering twice more.
  • Transfer to oven and bake 18 to 20 minutes, until cheese is melted throughout. Remove from oven, top with avocado, jalapeno, and sour cream, and serve immediately.

PRESSURE-COOKER BLACK BEAN CHICKEN NACHOS



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One of my favorite local restaurants, Zeppelins, has the best chicken nachos. Its famous dish inspired me to create my own, with the added convenience of using the pressure cooker. I recommend fresh cilantro because it makes the dish pop with flavor. -Natalie Hess, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 18m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 jars (16 ounces each) black bean and corn salsa
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 package (12 ounces) tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Minced fresh cilantro, pickled jalapeno slices and sour cream

Steps:

  • Place chicken, salsa and peppers in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure cook on high for 7 minutes. Quick release pressure; press cancel. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165°., Remove chicken; shred with 2 forks. Return to pressure cooker. Using a slotted spoon, serve chicken over chips; sprinkle with cheese and, if desired, cilantro. Add toppings of choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

BLACK BEAN & BLACKENED CHICKEN NACHOS



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Easy and delicious.

Provided by barbara lentz @blentz8

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pound(s) boneless chicken thighs cut into strips
2 tablespoon(s) blackened seasoning
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 can(s) 15 oz black beans drained
1 cup(s) red onion diced
2 cup(s) shredded colby jack cheese
1 package(s) tortilla chips
sour cream and salsa for serving

Steps:

  • Mixed the sliced chicken with the blackened seasoning. Add the oil to a skillet and cook the chicken until no longer pink.
  • Add a layer of tortillas to a serving plate. Top with chicken black beans, red onion and cheese. Add another layer of chips and repeat with the chicken, black beans, red onion, and cheese.
  • Microwave about 2 minutes until the cheese is melted. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked or canned black beans. If using dried beans, soak them overnight before cooking.
  • For extra flavor, toast the nacho chips before assembling the nachos.
  • Use a variety of toppings to create a nacho platter that everyone will enjoy. Some popular options include guacamole, sour cream, salsa, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese.
  • If you are making the nachos ahead of time, assemble them just before serving so that the chips don't get soggy.
  • To make the nachos vegetarian, omit the chicken.

Conclusion:

Black bean blackened chicken nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or game day gatherings. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a nacho platter that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give black bean blackened chicken nachos a try!

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