Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos (Printer-friendly)

Tortilla chips topped with juicy BBQ chicken, melty cheese, and fresh garnishes for easy sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 500 grams boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 180 grams barbecue sauce

→ Assembly

07 - 280 grams tortilla chips
08 - 220 grams shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 150 grams Monterey Jack cheese, grated
10 - 80 grams sliced jalapeño peppers

→ Toppings

11 - 60 grams sour cream
12 - 60 grams salsa
13 - 30 grams chopped fresh cilantro
14 - 50 grams diced avocado

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - Season chicken breasts evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Drizzle olive oil over both sides.
03 - Place chicken on the lined pan and roast for 20 minutes or until fully cooked. Allow to cool slightly, then shred using two forks.
04 - Toss shredded chicken with barbecue sauce until evenly coated.
05 - Arrange tortilla chips onto the sheet pan. Evenly distribute barbecue chicken, cheeses, and jalapeños over chips.
06 - Return pan to oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until cheeses are melted and bubbly.
07 - Garnish baked nachos with sour cream, salsa, fresh cilantro, and diced avocado. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • All made on one sheet pan for quick clean up
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd or large family
  • Adaptable to whatever you have in your fridge
  • Oven-baked for maximum crisp and melty cheese
  • Ready in less than thirty minutes
02 -
  • Quick weeknight meal or perfect party appetizer
  • Irresistibly cheesy every bite
  • Customizable with any favorite cheese or veggie
  • Great way to use leftover cooked chicken
03 -
  • Always layer cheese below and above the chicken for even melt
  • Bake until bubbling but not too long or chips will toast up
  • Use a good quality barbecue sauce to deepen flavor and avoid soggy result Quality cheese matters for that stretchy finish
  • Try heating the chips solo for two minutes before topping them for extra crunch
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