Smoked Chicken Nachos Recipe
Tortilla chips with green chile queso, black beans, smoked chicken, pico de gallo and smoked chile aioli.
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Ingredients
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Tortilla Chips
Green Chile Queso
Smoked Chicken
Pico de Gallo
Smoked Chile Aioli
Method
Preparation of Smoked Chicken
- 1
Step 1: Smoke the Chicken
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Season the chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Place the chicken in the smoker and smoke for about 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the smoker and let it rest for 10 minutes before shredding.
Preparation of Green Chile Queso
- 2
Step 2: Make the Queso
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, green chiles, and milk. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Keep warm on low heat.
Preparation of Pico de Gallo
- 3
Preparation of Smoked Chile Aioli
- 4
Step 4: Make the Aioli
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, smoked paprika, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Assembly of Nachos
- 5
Step 5: Assemble Nachos
On a large baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips in an even layer. Top with shredded smoked chicken, warm green chile queso, and spoonfuls of pico de gallo. Drizzle with smoked chile aioli. Serve immediately.