Ever get that Tex-Mex craving and don’t feel like ordering out? Here’s the perfect recipe for you! Cheesy Chicken Nachos are made with fresh(not bagged) chips and piles of veggies and cheese. You can also feel good about not opening a package of taco or fajita seasoning mix—this one is from scratch! Don’t be intimidated though. You probably already have the simple ingredients in your pantry and fridge.
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My poor hubby was trying not to drool as he shot these food pics. He is such a good trooper! I feed him well for his picture-taking skills. There was no complaining from him once he bit into the homemade tortilla chips layered with meat, veggies and cheese. It was worth the wait, but I highly recommend not snapping food pics when your tummy is a rumblin’!
Print Cheesy Chicken Nachos
These cheesy chicken nachos are a quick, crowd-pleasing dinner the whole family will devour. Made with tender seasoned chicken, fresh tomatoes and onions, and plenty of melty cheese, this easy chicken nachos recipe is loaded with flavor and comes together in minutes for busy weeknights and game day spreads.
- Prep Time 20 mins
- Cook Time 10 mins
- Total Time 30 mins
- Yield 6 servings 1x
- Category Appetizer, Mains
- Cuisine Mexican
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 large white onions, diced
- 3 slicing tomatoes, diced
- 6 clove of garlic, crushed
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp Mexican chili powder
- 1 tsp seasoned salt
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh, minced cilantro
- 2 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 15 oz can refried beans (optional)
- 10 store-bought flour tortillas
- cooking oil
Instructions
- In large skillet, place 2 tbsp oil and saute chicken and onions on medium-high heat until juices run clear and onions are soft.
- Next, add seasonings and tomatoes.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer on low for 10 minutes.
For Chips
- Cut tortillas into triangles.
- Drop tortilla chips into 2 inches of hot oil.
- Flip to other side when golden brown.
- Once both sides are golden brown, drain and salt to taste.
- To serve, place chips on large serving platter and place chicken mixture on top.
- Then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Garnish with sour cream, chives, refried beans and black olives, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
