Best 6 Smoky Chicken Nachos Recipes

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Smoky chicken nachos are a delightful combination of smoky, tender chicken, melted cheese, and crispy tortilla chips. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a delicious and visually appealing dish that's perfect for any occasion. Whether it's a casual get-together, game night, or a potluck party, these smoky chicken nachos are sure to be a hit. So, gather up your ingredients and fire up your kitchen, because it's time to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SMOKY CHICKEN NACHOS



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Southwestern-style 15 minute appetizers!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 loaf (16 oz. box) VELVEETA™ Original Cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes (3 cups)
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons chopped green onions (2 medium)
2 packages (6 oz each) refrigerated cooked southwestern-seasoned chicken breast strips, cut into bite-size pieces
10 oz gold tortilla chips (extra thick)
3 medium plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped (about 1 cup)
3 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In 2 1/2-quart microwavable bowl, microwave cheese, salsa and barbecue sauce on High 6 to 9 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes, until cheese is melted. Stir in onions. Spoon cheese mixture into 1- to 1 1/2-quart slow cooker; set on Low heat setting to keep warm.
  • Heat chicken as directed on package.
  • To serve, have guests place chips on individual plates; spoon cheese mixture over chips and top with warm chicken, tomatoes, lettuce and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 3, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 1 g

SMOKY CHICKEN NACHOS



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What's game day without can't-stop-munching nachos? Featuring layers of crunchy tortilla chips, black beans and a creamy, smoky chicken mixture, this appetizer will disappear before the second quarter. -Whitney Smith, Winterhen, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground chicken
2/3 cup water
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional
6 cups tortilla chips
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese
Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes and sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Add water and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Combine the cream cheese, chives, milk, bread crumbs, mustard, paprika and, if desired, liquid smoke; stir into chicken mixture until blended., In an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half the chips, chicken mixture, beans and cheese. Repeat layers., Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with tomatoes and olives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SMOKED WING NACHOS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 tablespoons paprika
3 tablespoons salt
2 1/2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons black pepper
1 tablespoon California chile powder
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground thyme
1/2 tablespoon white pepper
10 whole chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats (20 pieces)
Salad oil, as needed
Favorite BBQ sauce, for drizzling
2 cups shredded Cheddar
1/2 cup diced cooked bacon
1 medium tomato, diced
3 stalks green onion, sliced
Ranch dressing, for drizzling
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • For the dry rub: Stir together the paprika, salt, granulated garlic, sugar, black pepper, chile powder, dry mustard, onion powder, thyme and white pepper in a bowl.
  • For the wings: Preheat a smoker or grill for cooking at indirect heat at 275 degrees F.
  • Coat chicken wings with salad oil and place in smoker or grill until internal temperature of chicken wings registers 165 degrees F, about 45 minutes.
  • Preheat salad oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F and fry chicken wings until the skin is crispy, 1 minute. Remove and place in a bowl. Season with dry rub until all sides are lightly coated. Add BBQ sauce to coat evenly.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place chicken wings in a 12-inch round pie dish in a single layer. Top with cheese and bacon and melt cheese in oven, about 2 minutes. Top with diced tomato, green onions, a drizzle of ranch dressing and a scoop of sour cream.

LOADED BBQ CHICKEN NACHOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: canola oil, chicken breast, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, BBQ sauce, tortilla chips, shredded cheese, red onion, tomato, bacon, fresh parsley, sour cream, avocado

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 breasts chicken breast, finely diced
½ tablespoon kosher salt
½ tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
¾ cup BBQ sauce
13 oz tortilla chips, 1 bag
2 cups shredded cheese, shredded
½ red onion, finely sliced
1 tomato, diced
8 strips bacon, cooked, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
½ cup sour cream
1 avocado, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Heat the oil in a pan over high heat. Cook the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and chili powder for two to three minutes.
  • Add the barbecue sauce and cook until the sauce has reduced by about half, about five minutes. Remove from heat.
  • In a large skillet, spread out two large handfuls of tortilla chips. Layer with half of the barbecue chicken, followed by half of the cheese, onion, tomato, bacon, and parsley. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Drizzle the sour cream and sprinkle the avocado on top. Serve!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1420 calories, Carbohydrate 96 grams, Fat 83 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 73 grams, Sugar 21 grams

CHICKEN NACHOS



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Super-simple but totally killer nachos! These are to die for with some guacamole, sour cream and salsa. If it's too spicy for you, just leave out the cayenne.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortilla chips, or as needed
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the chicken, vegetable oil, and cayenne pepper. Let stand for 15 minutes, or longer if desired.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken mixture, and fry until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spread a thin layer of tortilla chips in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle 1/4 of the chicken, 1/4 of the chilies, and 1/4 of the cheese over the chips. Repeat layers ending with cheese on the top.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through. Serve with your favorite nacho toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 58.8 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 886.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SMOKED CHICKEN NACHOS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h5m

Yield 15 (8 ounce) servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 whole chicken
2 pounds wood chips (flavor of choice)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bags vegetable chips or tortilla chips
2 heirloom tomatoes, diced
4 jalapenos, sliced very thin
2 cups sour cream
1 cup cilantro leaves
1 cup chopped chives
1 pound goat cheese wrapped in plastic and kept in the freezer

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill and split the chicken in 1/2 from head to tail. Soak the wood chips in water for about 10 minutes. This will prevent the wood chips from burning as soon as they come in contact with the fire. Place the wood chips in the bottom of a grill below the grates. Set the flame on 1 side of the grill to medium and the other side to medium high. Place the chicken, skin side up, on the medium side of the grill. Cover and allow the chicken to smoke and grill at the same time. This should take about 15 to 20 minutes. Allow the chicken to cool completely before shredding the meat off the bones. Reserve for the assembling of the nachos.
  • Form an assembly line with all of the ingredients. Start with the serving dish, then the chips, chicken, tomatoes, jalapenos, sour cream, cilantro and chives. Right before they are served, remove the cheese from the freezer. Using a fine side of a box grater, shave the goat cheese over the top of the nachos.
  • Chef's Note: Paper vessels can be purchased at a wholesale restaurant or party supply store. I recommend using individual serving dishes that are 5 inches by 3 inches.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken. For the best flavor, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. You can also use rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy option.
  • Smoke the chicken properly. If you're using a smoker, aim for a temperature of 225 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoke the chicken for about 2 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make your own nacho cheese sauce. It's easy to make and much better than store-bought sauce. Simply melt butter in a saucepan, add flour, and whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk until the sauce is thick and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Use fresh toppings. Nachos are all about the toppings, so make sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Some good options include shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
  • Serve the nachos hot and fresh. Nachos are best when they're served hot and fresh out of the oven. If you're making them ahead of time, you can reheat them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes.

Conclusion:

Smoky chicken nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make party food. They're perfect for game day, potlucks, or any other casual gathering. With a few simple tips, you can make the best smoky chicken nachos that will be the hit of your next party. So next time you're looking for a fun and tasty appetizer, give this recipe a try!

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