Description
Easy Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. This quick and flavorful dish features crispy tortilla chips topped with tender BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and your choice of vibrant toppings. In just 20 minutes, you can indulge in a satisfying meal that brings people together, whether during game day or a casual dinner. The best part? It’s completely customizable to fit your taste buds! Enhance your nacho experience with fresh ingredients like avocados, jalapeños, or your favorite salsa for an unforgettable flavor explosion.
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 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the cooked shredded chicken and BBQ sauce in a medium bowl.
- Layer half the tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet. Add half of the BBQ chicken mixture and half of the shredded cheese. Repeat with the remaining chips, chicken, and cheese.
- Top with pickled jalapeños and red onion if desired.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Drizzle queso blanco and extra BBQ sauce on top before returning to the oven for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and any additional toppings of your choice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe (about 180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg