Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos. This easy-to-follow recipe combines crispy tortilla chips, tender shredded chicken, and gooey melted cheese, all drizzled with smoky barbecue sauce. Perfect for game day gatherings or cozy nights in, these nachos are not only delicious but also highly customizable to suit your taste. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you’ll impress your guests with this crowd-pleaser that’s bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz sturdy tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- Jalapeños (fresh or pickled, to taste)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss chicken breasts with half of the BBQ sauce and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let cool slightly and shred.
- Spread tortilla chips evenly on the baking sheet. Top with shredded chicken, remaining BBQ sauce, cheese, and jalapeños.
- Bake again for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For added freshness, consider topping your nachos with diced tomatoes or avocado before serving.
Customize your nachos by adding black beans or corn for extra flavor and texture.
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience—just shred it and mix it with BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of the recipe (186g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg