Description

Indulge in the ultimate party snack with these Easy Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos! This delightful dish combines crispy tortilla chips layered with tender shredded chicken slathered in BBQ sauce, topped with gooey cheese and zesty toppings. Perfect for game days, family gatherings, or cozy movie nights, these nachos are quick to prepare and sure to impress guests of all ages. With a variety of customizable toppings, you can tailor this recipe to suit every palate. Serve them hot straight from the oven for a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups cooked shredded chicken
3 cups BBQ sauce
1 large bag tortilla chips
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup mild pickled jalapenos
1/2 cup queso blanco
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix cooked shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well-coated.
On the baking sheet, layer half of the tortilla chips followed by half of the chicken mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
Add toppings like chopped red onion and pickled jalapenos.
Bake for 11-13 minutes until cheese is melted.
Drizzle with queso blanco and additional BBQ sauce; bake for another 3-4 minutes.
Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Experiment with different BBQ sauces for varied flavor profiles. Add toppings like sour cream or sliced avocado for extra creaminess. Ensure not to overload your nachos to maintain their crispiness.