Ultimate Chicken Nachos Recipe
Craving a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's packed with flavor and easy to prepare? Look no further than the Ultimate Chicken Nachos Recipe! This recipe takes the classic nacho experience to a whole new level with juicy, flavorful chicken, a medley of fresh toppings, and a creamy, cheesy sauce that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp 15ml olive oil
- 1 lb 450g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp 8g chili powder
- 1 tsp 2g cumin
- 1/2 tsp 1g garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp 0.5g cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15oz can corn, drained
- 1 10oz bag tortilla chips
- 1 1/2 cups 150g shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup 60g shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Salsa
- Pickled jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Assemble the nachos: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread a layer of tortilla chips in a large baking dish. Top with half of the cooked chicken, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Top with your favorite nacho toppings and serve immediately.