Description
Crunchy crushed nacho chips layered with seasoned shredded chicken, beans, corn, melted cheese, jalapeños, and fresh toppings for an easy crowd-pleasing dish.
Ingredients
- 4 cups crushed nacho chips
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup guacamole
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, toss the shredded chicken with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the crushed nacho chips in an even layer over the prepared baking sheet.
- Scatter the black beans and corn over the chips, then add the seasoned chicken.
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Add the sliced jalapeños and black olives.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chip edges are lightly toasted.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Top with diced tomato, red onion, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Add small spoonfuls of sour cream and guacamole across the top, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Best served fresh so the chips stay crisp.
- Rotisserie chicken works well as a quick substitute.
- Use sturdy nacho chips for the best texture.
- Add salsa only after baking to avoid soggy chips.
- For a vegetarian version, skip the chicken and add extra beans or sautéed bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
