Best 2 Lime Chicken Nachos Recipes

Searching for an easy and mouthwatering dish to amp up your next gathering? Look no further than lime chicken nachos! This delightful recipe combines the zest of zesty limes, tender chicken, and a medley of your favorite nacho toppings, all piled upon crispy tortilla chips. Get ready for a taste sensation that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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GRILLED CHICKEN NACHOS WITH LIME CREMA

Grilled Chicken Nachos with Lime Crema image

Marinated and grilled chicken breast and a blend of Mexican cheese nachos topped with lime crema and cilantro. I created this dish to pair with Vermentino wine which is customarily served with seafood. The pair worked really well and I had many requests for the nacho recipe. I kind of just did it, so use this as a guideline and make it your own!

Provided by Sharon Dyson-Demers

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese Nachos Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

4 tablespoons tequila
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
¼ teaspoon ground cumin, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced into cutlets
1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
2 each limes, zested
1 lime, juiced
1 splash heavy cream, or as needed
2 (13 ounce) packages restaurant-style tortilla chips
1 (8 ounce) package shredded pepper Jack cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

Whisk tequila, oil, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne for marinade together in a bowl. Place chicken slices into a plastic bag, add marinade, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, and enough heavy cream to make crema thin enough together in a bowl and refrigerate.
Remove chicken from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Cook chicken on the preheated grill until caramelized and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes on each side.
Lay tortilla chips out in a single layer over two cookie sheets. Mix pepper Jack and Mexican cheese together and sprinkle half of the mixture over the chips. Cut the grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces and distribute evenly over cheese. Top chicken with remaining cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes. Drizzle lime crema over nachos and sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54.1 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 52.2 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.8 g, Sodium 780.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

LIME CHICKEN NACHOS

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I adapted this recipe from one in a book that came with our George Foreman Grill. It is really easy to make and tastes great, even left over. Cooking time includes marinating time.

Provided by moonpoodle

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1/3 cup red onion, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
tortilla chips

Steps:

Cut chicken into small strips.
Combine lime jice, pepper, chili powder and olive oil and use it to coat chicken. Marinate chicken for at least half an hour.
While chicken is marinating, cut up onion and cook corn. Toss these with an additional 1 tablespoon of lime juice.
Grill or pan-fry marinated chicken pieces. When finished, add them to the salsa mixture.
Serve over tortilla chips. Add cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.7, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 37.8, Sodium 85.1, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 15.6

Tips:

Choose the right chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe. You can also use rotisserie chicken for a quicker meal.
Cook the chicken properly. Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the nachos. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
Use fresh ingredients. Fresh lime juice, cilantro, and avocado will give your nachos the best flavor.
Don't skimp on the cheese. Cheese is what makes nachos so delicious. Use a good quality cheese that melts well.
Serve the nachos immediately. Nachos are best when they are served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Lime Chicken Nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or meal. They are perfect for parties, game day, or a quick weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give Lime Chicken Nachos a try.

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