Cheesy Southwest Chicken Nachos

Easy Chicken Nachos Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: Serves 4-6

Description:

These Easy Chicken Nachos are inspired by a beloved restaurant dish and have become a family favorite in our home. Perfect for casual gatherings, we enjoy assembling around the coffee table, digging into layers of cheesy goodness served straight from the pan. Customize with your favorite toppings for a delicious Southwestern-inspired meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 cups tortilla chips
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
• 1/2 cup chopped tomato
• Salsa, sour cream, diced jalapenos, guacamole (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chicken:

   • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the chicken cubes and cook until almost done.

2. Season Chicken:

   • Sprinkle taco seasoning mix over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
   • Cook until the chicken is no longer pink. Set aside to cool slightly.

3. Assemble Nachos:

   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
   • In a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish, arrange half of the tortilla chips.
   • Spread half of the bean dip over the chips, using your fingers for even distribution.
   • Sprinkle half of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the chips and bean dip.
   • Add half of the cooked chicken cubes evenly over the cheese layer.
   • Sprinkle half of the black olives, green chilies, and chopped tomatoes over the chicken.

4. Layer Again:

   • Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortilla chips, bean dip, cheeses, chicken, black olives, green chilies, and tomatoes.

5. Bake:

   • Place the assembled nachos in the preheated oven.
   • Bake until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly, about 15-20 minutes. Keep an eye on the nachos to ensure they don’t overcook.

6. Serve:

   • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
   • Serve hot, accompanied by salsa, sour cream, diced jalapenos, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.

7. Variation:

   • For a twist, substitute steak cut into 1/4-inch cubes for the chicken to create Steak Nachos.

Enjoy these Easy Chicken Nachos as a hearty one-dish meal that’s perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner night. The layers of cheesy goodness combined with flavorful toppings make every bite a delight!