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Close-up of Southern Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos topped with melted cheese, cilantro, and red onion slices.

Southern Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos


  • Author: freddyrecipes.com
  • Total Time: 22 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple recipe for making BBQ chicken nachos on a single sheet pan.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 bag (13 ounces) tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup pickled jalapeño slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the shredded chicken with the barbecue sauce until fully coated.
  3. Spread the tortilla chips in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet.
  4. Distribute the BBQ chicken mixture evenly over the chips.
  5. Sprinkle both the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the chicken.
  6. Top with sliced red onion and jalapeños, if using.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use store-bought rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 12 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15
  • Trans Fat: 0.5
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 90

Keywords: BBQ chicken nachos, sheet pan nachos, easy nachos, southern style, quick dinner