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    Home » Recipes » Appetizer

    Richelle's Fantastic Chicken Nachos

    Published on March 4, 2017 - Updated on January 16, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These Fantastic Chicken Nachos is a nice variation of this classic Mexican dish. Sunflower Oil is the secret ingredient to these delicious nachos!
     
    fantastic chicken nachos

    My foodie friend Richelle shared this recipe with me of her version of a classic Mexican dish. And now I am going to share with you Richelle's Fantastic Chicken Nachos!

    chicken salsa mixture
    Chicken Salsa Mixture

    Everyone loves nachos. And how can you not? Crunchy Tortilla Chips covered in melted cheese? This nacho recipe takes it up a notch by adding chicken, tomatoes, and avocados! Makes a great appetizer or even a meal!

    chicken nachos ready for the oven
    Nachos ready for the Oven

    The secret ingredient that makes this Chicken Nachos recipe stand out from all others is sunflower oil. Probably not something you have sitting in your pantry but it does make a difference! For another great recipe from Richelle, check out her Artichoke Bruschetta recipe.

    organic sunflower oil
    Organic Sunflower Oil

    I've often wondered where Nachos came from. Are nachos really authentic Mexican dish? So I went to the all-knowing Wikipedia site and found this educational article educational article.

    fantastic chicken nachos

    🥑 How to Pick the Perfect Avocado

    Choosing the wrong avocado will ruin your dish. Especially when the avocado is the main ingredient like in Guacamole. Basically, you want a perfectly ripe Avocado. This is a great article on how to select the perfect avocado.

    🎥 How to cut an Avocado (Video)

    🐓 How to Handle Raw Chicken

    Leave the chicken in the fridge until ready to use.
    Be careful of dripping juices. Clean up immediately.
    Do not wash raw chicken (which prevents cross-contamination).
    Wash all utensils and cutting boards (if applicable).
    If marinating the chicken, make sure you toss the juices before you cook. Don't ever use the juice from the marinade.
    Wash your hands after handling raw chicken.

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    💭 Recipe Tip

    If you don't feel like cooking and shredded chicken for this recipe you can take the easy way out and use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. You will have enough chicken leftover to try some of my other fabulous recipes.

    bowl of rotisserie chicken
    Bowl of Shredded Rotisserie Chicken

    For more great recipes with Tortilla Chips, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili
    • Slow Cooker Chunky Vegetarian Chili
    • Copycat Hard Rock Cafe Guacamole
    • Smoked Chorizo Queso Dip

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this fantastic chicken nachos recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Garlic Cloves, Green Onions, Sunflower Oil, Chicken Breasts, Salsa, Tortilla Chips, Mexican Blend Cheese, Roma Tomato, Avocados and Salt & Pepper.

    🥣 How to make Richelle's Fantastic Chicken Nachos

    Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    Saute garlic and onion whites (from green onions) in oil until tender. Mix in the shredded chicken, salt and pepper. Toss until coated with oil. Stir in salsa.
    Arrange chips on a baking sheet and cover with nacho mixture. Top with cheese and tomato.
    Bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
    Top with the mashed avocado and sprinkle with green onions.

    fantastic chicken nachos

    Richelle's Fantastic Chicken Nachos

    These Fantastic Chicken Nachos is a nice variation of this classic Mexican dish. Sunflower Oil is the secret ingredient to these delicious nachos!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Appetizers
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 8
    Calories 285 kcal

    Equipment

    • Baking Sheet

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
    • 6 Green Onions, diced
    • 3 tablespoon Sunflower Oil
    • 1 Chicken Breasts, cooked & shredded
    • 1 Cup Salsa
    • ½ Bag Tortilla Chips
    • 2 Cups Mexican Blend Cheese, shredded
    • 1 Roma Tomato, diced
    • 1 Avocado, mashed
    • Salt and Pepper, to taste
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350°F.
    • Saute garlic and onion whites (from green onions) in oil until tender. Mix in shredded chicken, salt and pepper. Toss until coated with oil. Stir in salsa.
    • Arrange chips on baking sheet and cover with nacho mixture. Top with cheese and tomato.
    • Bake 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
    • Top with mashed avocado and sprinkle with green onions.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 435mgPotassium: 417mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 495IUVitamin C: 6.4mgCalcium: 158mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Paget

      October 25, 2022 at 5:02 pm

      I am not a fan of avocados, but in this recipe they are delicious. Great to make when company comes or for just a snack. A big hit with the family and a keeper for sure.

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