Description
Easy Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos are a mouthwatering dish that brings together crispy tortilla chips, tender BBQ chicken, and gooey melted cheese in one convenient pan. Perfect for any occasion—be it a family dinner, game day gathering, or casual snack—this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. With just 20 minutes required from start to finish, you can enjoy this flavor-packed treat without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize your nachos with your favorite toppings for an even more personal touch. This dish is sure to impress friends and family alike!
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 (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well combined.
- On the prepared baking sheet, spread half of the tortilla chips evenly. Layer half of the BBQ chicken mixture and half of the cheese on top. Repeat the layers with remaining ingredients.
- Add jalapenos and red onion over the top.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Drizzle with queso blanco and additional BBQ sauce if desired, then return to the oven for another 3–4 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with cilantro and any additional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the pan (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg