Easiest Loaded Chicken Nachos Recipe
There’s nothing better than warm, gooey, cheesy nachos. I could make a meal out of them and sometimes do. There’s so much flavor and texture in every bite of these easy nachos that are loaded with every Mexican-inspired ingredient I could find in my fridge and pantry. Black beans, corn, bell peppers, pico de gallo, cilantro, and I forgot to add avocado or guacamole. I know, what was I thinking? Enchilada sauce keeps the chicken moist and juicy, and we didn’t miss the avocado. The shredded chicken nachos are dangerously fast to make and ready in 5 minutes. They’re perfect for Memorial Day parties, Fourth of July, Labor Day, tailgating, or Super Bowl parties. No one can resist fresh nachos!
What’s in the Shredded Chicken Nachos?
To make these pulled chicken nachos, you’ll need: And my chicken enchilada sliders are another crowd-pleasing appetizer that can easily double as a meal!
Cooked shredded chicken – To make your life easier, buy a rotisserie chicken at the store, and shred it to make the nachos. Or, for even more flavor you could prepare my Baked Cilantro Lime Chicken Breasts in advance and use those to make the pulled chicken nachos Red enchilada sauce Corn tortilla chips Black beans Bell pepper Corn Mexican shredded cheese blend – Feel free to substitute cheddar cheese, Colby Jack cheese, pepper jack cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, or a combination of cheeses Pico de gallo Fresh cilantro Guacamole, sour cream, salsa, diced tomatoes, lime juice, etc. (optional, for topping)
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make This Easy Chicken Nachos Recipe
Unlike sheet pan nachos, these shredded chicken nachos “cook” in the microwave, eliminating the need for a baking sheet or turning on the oven! Here’s an overview of the process:
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