Loaded Chicken Nachos
These loaded chicken nachos are a delicious blend of crispy chips, savory pulled chicken, and flavorful toppings, making them an easy chicken nachos recipe that is perfect for game days or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet red peppers, diced
- 1 medium green pepper, diced
- 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2-1/4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 7-1/2 cups tortilla chips
- 8 ounces pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 to 3 teaspoons diced pickled jalapeno peppers, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish to avoid sticking.
- Heat 1-1/2 teaspoons of canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red and green peppers and sauté for about 3 minutes until they’re crisp-tender. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining canola oil along with black beans, minced garlic, oregano, and cumin. Sauté for 3 minutes until the beans are heated through and fragrant.
- Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine the shredded chicken with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Give it a good toss to ensure all the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Start layering: In your prepared baking dish, add half of the tortilla chips, followed by half of the sautéed peppers, bean mixture, seasoned chicken, shredded cheese, green onions, and cilantro. Repeat these layers to build your nachos.
- Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and gooey but the chips remain crispy. You want the dish to be hot throughout.
- Serve hot with a generous dollop of sour cream and, if desired, top with diced pickled jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Notes
This chicken nachos recipe is delicious and so simple. Rotisserie (or leftover) chicken keeps it quick, and the seasonings and splash of lime juice lend fantastic flavor. My husband enjoys this snack so much that he often requests it for dinner!