Chicken Nachos

These simple chicken nachos are made with layers of tortilla chips, green chilies, and cheese. Serve with guacamole, sour cream, and salsa, if desired.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 511 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
• 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - chopped
• 1 (12 ounce) package corn tortilla chips, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Stir together the chicken, vegetable oil, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl. Let stand for 15 minutes, or longer if desired.

Step 3

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken mixture, and fry until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from heat, and set aside.

Step 4

Meanwhile, spread a thin layer of tortilla chips in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle 1/4 of chicken, 1/4 of chilies, and 1/4 of cheese over chips. Repeat layers ending with cheese.

Step 5

Bake until the cheese melts and the ingredients are heated through, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve with your favorite nacho toppings.