Chicken Nachos Recipe
Make Chicken Nachos Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Toppings
Seasoning
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
If not already cooked, grill or bake the chicken breasts until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Allow to cool, then shred with two forks.
- 2
Prepare the Beans
Open the can of black beans, drain, and rinse them under cold water to remove excess sodium.
- 3
Prepare the Vegetables
Slice the jalapeños, dice the tomatoes, and chop the green onions and cilantro.
Assembling the Nachos
- 4
Layer the Chips
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). On a large baking sheet, spread out the corn tortilla chips in an even layer.
- 5
Add Chicken and Beans
Evenly distribute the shredded chicken and black beans over the tortilla chips.
- 6
Season the Nachos
Sprinkle the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper over the chicken and beans.
- 7
Add Cheese and Jalapeños
Generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and add the sliced jalapeños.
Baking
- 8
Bake the Nachos
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 9
Add Toppings
Remove the nachos from the oven and top with sour cream, guacamole, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and green onions as desired.
- 10
Serve Immediately
Serve the nachos hot and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces!
