Jul 14 2026
Restaurants406 Kitchen & TaproomSmoked Chicken Nachos Recipe

Smoked Chicken Nachos Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

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

Smoked Chile Aioli

Method

Preparation of Smoked Chicken

  1. 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

  1. 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

  1. 3

    Step 3: Prepare Pico de Gallo

    In a bowl, combine diced Roma tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir well and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Preparation of Smoked Chile Aioli

  1. 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

  1. 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.

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