chicken nachos

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Jun 10, 2025

These tasty Chicken Nachos are made easy with rotisserie chicken combined with salsa, layered over crisp tortilla chips, and smothered with queso quesadilla cheese and pepper jack cheese. Top with green onion, tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, and cilantro for even more exceptional flavor.

prep time 8 Min
cook time 6 Min
method Bake
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • CHICKEN NACHOS
  • 2 cups diced or shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 8 ounces thick tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded queso quesadilla cheese
  • 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
  • chopped tomatoes
  • chopped green onions
  • jalapeno rings
  • chopped cilantro
  • EASY GUACAMOLE
  • 2 - avocados, peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

How To Make chicken nachos

  • Step 1
    Preheat to oven to 375 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Step 2
    If making the guacamole, add the avocados, lemon juice, and cilantro to a bowl. Smash to desired consistency with a fork or pestle.
  • Step 3
    Add the chicken and salsa to a bowl and stir to coat.
  • Step 4
    Lay the chips on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the oven for 2 minutes. Remove from the oven, spread the chicken over the chips, and sprinkle with both kinds of cheese.
  • Step 5
    Bake for 5-6 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the chips are hot. Top with tomatoes, green onions, jalapeno rings, and chopped cilantro.

Discover More

Culture: Mexican
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Bake

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