Description
These BBQ Chicken Nachos are a quick and delicious crowd-pleaser featuring shredded chicken tossed in tangy barbecue sauce, layered over crispy tortilla chips with black beans, corn, and melted cheese. Topped with fresh cilantro, jalapeños, and drizzled ranch dressing, these nachos are perfect for game day or any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Nachos Base
- 1 large bag of tortilla chips
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ¾ cup barbecue sauce, plus more for topping
- â…“ cup red onion, chopped
- 1 ½ cups black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 ½ cups corn, drained
- 2 cups shredded cheese (smoked gouda, mozzarella, or cheddar)
Toppings
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- Ranch dressing, for drizzling
- Chopped jalapeño peppers, optional
Instructions
- Preheat and Combine: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, toss the shredded chicken with ¾ cup of barbecue sauce until evenly coated, ensuring every piece is flavorful.
- Layer Nachos: Spread a generous layer of tortilla chips evenly across a baking sheet. Sprinkle the barbecue chicken evenly over the chips, followed by diced red onion, black beans, and corn. Finally, top everything with the shredded cheese, distributing it uniformly to ensure even melting.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling, and the nachos are warmed through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle chopped cilantro and jalapeño peppers over the top if using. Drizzle with ranch dressing and additional barbecue sauce as desired. Serve the nachos hot to enjoy the melty, tangy flavors at their best.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- Use smoked gouda cheese if you want a smoky flavor, or cheddar for a classic taste.
- Leftover BBQ chicken nachos can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but toppings like cilantro and jalapeños are best added fresh before serving.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute the chicken with cooked, seasoned jackfruit or extra beans.
