Jul 13 2026
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Fiesta Nachos Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Fat Rosie's Taco and Tequila Bar
Time30m
Serves6

Make Fiesta Nachos Chicken 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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Tortilla Chips

Chicken Topping

Cheese Sauce

Toppings

Method

Prepare Chicken Topping

  1. 1

    Sauté Chicken

    In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once heated, add shredded cooked chicken, taco seasoning, and water. Stir well to combine and heat through. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is well coated and heated. Remove from heat.

Make Cheese Sauce

  1. 2

    Prepare Roux

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is bubbling and golden.

  2. 3

    Add Milk

    Slowly whisk in the milk to the roux, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

  3. 4

    Add Cheese

    Reduce the heat to low and add the cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Stir until completely melted and smooth. Add paprika and salt to taste. Remove from heat.

Assemble Nachos

  1. 5

    Layer Tortilla Chips

    On a large baking sheet, spread out the tortilla chips evenly.

  2. 6

    Add Chicken

    Evenly distribute the sautéed chicken topping over the tortilla chips.

  3. 7

    Pour Cheese Sauce

    Drizzle the cheese sauce generously over the chips and chicken.

Add Toppings

  1. 8

    Top with Fresh Ingredients

    Add dollops of sour cream, guacamole, sliced jalapeños, chopped green onions, and chopped cilantro as desired.

Serve

  1. 9

    Enjoy!

    Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy your delicious Fiesta Nachos Chicken!

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