Best 8 Chicken Pizza Nachos Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our delectable Chicken Pizza Nachos, a harmonious blend of Mexican and Italian flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture crispy tortilla chips smothered in a savory blend of melted cheese, tender chicken, and a vibrant array of toppings. The tangy kick of salsa, the cool creaminess of sour cream, and the refreshing crunch of lettuce create a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're hosting a lively party or enjoying a cozy night in, these fully loaded nachos are the perfect treat to satisfy your cravings and create lasting memories. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every palate, from classic combinations to unique twists that will surprise and delight. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the best of both worlds – the bold zest of Mexican cuisine and the comforting warmth of Italian fare.

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CHICKEN PIZZA NACHOS



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Can't decide between pizza and nachos? You don't have to! This combination dish features crispy pita chips topped with crunchy bites of chicken, tomato sauce and melted mozzarella.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Tomato Bruschetta Seasoned Coating Mix
1 pkg. (8 oz.) pita chips
1/2 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce, warmed
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425ºF.
  • Coat chicken, in batches, with coating mix as directed on package; place in single layer in shallow pan sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 15 min. or until done. Meanwhile, spread pita chips onto large ovenproof plate.
  • Top chips with chicken, pasta sauce and cheese. Bake 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 230 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g

CHICKEN NACHOS



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Everyone needs a go-to nacho recipe. Change this chicken version by using leftover shredded pork or brisket, and barbecue sauce instead of salsa. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups nacho tortilla chips
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 plum tomato, seeded and diced
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Arrange tortilla chips on a 12-in. pizza pan coated with cooking spray. , In a large skillet, cook and stir onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add chicken and taco seasoning. Stir in salsa; heat through. Spoon over chips; sprinkle with cheese. , Bake at 350° for 10-14 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with tomato and green onions; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 584mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CHICKEN NACHOS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons taco seasoning
2 tablespoons chili powder
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
8 ounces tomato sauce
A few dashes hot sauce
1 large bag tortilla chips
3 cups grated Cheddar-Jack (approximately -- you may need more or less)
1/4 cup jarred jalapeno slices
1/4 cup chopped pitted black olives
3 tomatoes, finely chopped
3 green onions, green and white parts, finely chopped
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Sprinkle the taco seasoning and chili powder all over the chicken breasts.
  • Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and saute on both sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side, then remove from the skillet and set aside. To the skillet, add the tomato sauce, hot sauce and 2 cups hot water and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Shred the chicken with 2 forks, then return the shredded chicken to the liquid and simmer on low until everything is hot and bubbly.
  • Assemble the nachos in 2 ways: Sprinkle a layer of tortilla chips onto 2 ovenproof plates or baking dishes. Sprinkle both with cheese and then a layer of chicken; repeat twice more with each layer getting smaller in circumference. Finish with an extra sprinkling of cheese. Bake just until the cheese melts, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Serve one dish as is. On the other, layer on the jalapenos, black olives, tomatoes, green onions and sour cream.

NACHO PIZZA



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It is exactly what it sounds like - all the toppings you'd get on a plate of nachos on a thin pizza crust! Add your own favorites to customize the recipe, like guacamole, refried beans, etc.

Provided by Tylers Girl

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (12 inch) parbaked thin pizza crust
5 tablespoons queso dip
1 cup shredded aged Cheddar cheese
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
4 green onions, diced
4 tablespoons salsa
½ cup crushed tortilla chips
2 tablespoons sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Cook beef in a large skillet under no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Drain. Stir in seasoning mix until evenly combined.
  • Place pizza crust on a work surface. Spread queso dip evenly over the crust. Top with Cheddar cheese, cooked beef mixture, jalapeno, and green onions. Spoon salsa onto the pizza in random spots, making sure it's not mixed in with the other toppings. Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven directly on the middle oven rack until cheese is hot and melted, about 8 minutes. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 747.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62.4 g, Cholesterol 120.7 mg, Fat 36.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 43.1 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 1750.8 mg, Sugar 5 g

BARBECUE CHICKEN PIZZA



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My husband and I love this BBQ chicken pizza recipe, especially when we take it up a notch by adding other toppings that we love, including smoky bacon and creamy Gorgonzola. My mouth starts to water just thinking about it! -Megan Crow, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 20-25 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally., Unroll and press dough onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 8 minutes., Spread barbecue sauce over dough; top with chicken, cooked onion, bacon, Gorgonzola cheese and jalapenos. Sprinkle with paprika and garlic powder; top with mozzarella cheese. Bake pizza 8-10 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese is melted. Freeze option: Bake pizza crust as directed; cool. Top with all the ingredients as directed, and securely wrap and freeze unbaked pizza. To use, unwrap pizza; bake as directed, increasing time as necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 851mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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

CHICKEN PIZZA NACHOS



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Can't decide between pizza and nachos? You don't have to! This combination dish features crispy pita chips topped with crunchy bites of chicken, tomato sauce and melted mozzarella.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Tomato Bruschetta Seasoned Coating Mix
1 pkg. (8 oz.) pita chips
1/2 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce, warmed
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425ºF.
  • Coat chicken, in batches, with coating mix as directed on package; place in single layer in shallow pan sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 15 min. or until done. Meanwhile, spread pita chips onto large ovenproof plate.
  • Top chips with chicken, pasta sauce and cheese. Bake 5 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 230 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g

SLOW-COOKER SOUTHWEST CHICKEN NACHOS



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Next party, let guests scoop creamy single-serving southwest chicken nachos direct from the slow cooker. Black beans and peppers add flavor and color.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 4h45m

Yield 21

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) mild Mexican pasteurized prepared cheese product with jalapeño peppers, cut into cubes
3/4 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (9 ounces) frozen cooked Southwest-seasoned chicken breast strips, thawed and cubed
1 container (8 ounces) Southwest ranch sour cream dip
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
12 ounces large tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place cheese, salsa, beans and chicken in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 3 to 4 hours, stirring halfway through cooking, until cheese is melted and mixture is hot.
  • Stir in sour cream dip and bell peppers. Increase heat setting to High. Cover and cook about 30 minutes or until mixture is hot. Serve over tortilla chips. Topping will hold on Low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Using fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your nachos. Choose ripe tomatoes, crisp bell peppers, and flavorful cheese.
  • Don't overload the nachos: It's important to not overload the nachos with toppings, or they will become soggy. Add the toppings in layers, starting with the chips, then the chicken, cheese, and finally the vegetables and sauce.
  • Bake the nachos until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will ensure that the cheese is melted and evenly distributed throughout the nachos. Keep an eye on the nachos while they are baking, as they can burn easily.
  • Serve the nachos immediately: Nachos are best served immediately after they are made, while the chips are still crispy and the cheese is melted. If you need to make the nachos ahead of time, you can assemble them and then bake them just before serving.

Conclusion:

Chicken pizza nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make party food. They are perfect for game day, movie night, or any other occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying snack that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken pizza nachos a try.

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