BBQ Chicken Nachos

These BBQ Chicken Nachos are a delicious twist on a classic snack, featuring tender, smoky chicken smothered in zesty barbecue sauce and layered over crispy gluten-free tortilla chips. Topped with melted cheese and fresh garnishes, they make for a perfect game day treat or casual dinner.

BBQ Chicken Nachos
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
650 kcal

Ingredients

  • Gluten-free tortilla chips - 150 grams
  • Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 200 grams
  • BBQ sauce - 100 ml
  • Shredded cheddar cheese - 100 grams
  • Jalapeños, sliced - 30 grams
  • Green onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
  • Sour cream - 50 grams
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce until well-coated.
  3. On a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spread out the gluten-free tortilla chips in an even layer.
  4. Distribute the BBQ chicken evenly over the tortilla chips.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chicken.
  6. Add sliced jalapeños on top for an added kick.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
  9. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream on the side.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 50 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 1200 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from chicken, which supports muscle health.
  • Contains fiber from tortilla chips, aiding digestion.

Tags

AmericanGluten-FreeBBQ