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Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos

Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos for the Ultimate Game Day Feast

Enjoy these Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos for a delicious game day treat, combining smoky chicken, melted cheese, and crispy chips.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience!
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Any favorite BBQ sauce works, even homemade.
For the Nachos
  • 1 bag Tortilla Chips Ensure you use thick or sturdy chips.
  • 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar Cheese A blend enhances flavor.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Red Onion Optional for those who prefer a milder flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Mild Pickled Jalapenos You can swap for fresh jalapenos for extra spice.
  • 1/2 cup Queso Blanco Any cheese sauce can work instead.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Optional; feel free to use green onions or parsley.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the cooked shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until fully coated.
  3. Spread half of the tortilla chips on the baking sheet, followed by half of the chicken and half of the cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  4. Sprinkle chopped red onion and pickled jalapenos over the layered nachos.
  5. Bake in the oven for 11-13 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Drizzle with queso and BBQ sauce; return to oven for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven, garnish with cilantro, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These nachos are highly customizable. Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as black beans or corn.

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