Buffalo Chicken Nachos

Easy Buffalo chicken nachos are a favorite appetizer. Great for snacking, game day treats, family gatherings, or when you are hungry for a delicious snack. Using precooked shredded chicken makes this such an easy appetizer to prepare.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword buffalo chicken nachos

Prep Time 7

Cook Time 8

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 2524kcal

Author Eileen Murphy Kelly

Equipment

Ingredients

3 cups cooked chicken shredded
¾ cup buffalo sauce divided
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1(12) ounce bag, corn tortilla chips
2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
¼ cup ranch dressing
¼ cup pickled jalapeño slices garnish
3 Tablespoon green onions chopped, garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a 9x13” or larger baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set aside
In a small bowl, combine 3 cups shredded cooked chicken, ½ cup buffalo sauce, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper to make the buffalo chicken. Reserve the remaining buffalo sauce for later.
Spread the chips in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Top with the prepared buffalo chicken, spreading it evenly over the chips. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken and chips.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted.
Drizzle ¼ cup ranch dressing and the remaining buffalo sauce over the nachos. Top with ¼ cup pickled jalapeños and 3 Tablespoons chopped green onions. Enjoy!

Notes

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Storage - These nachos are best enjoyed fresh, however, you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Note 1: This recipe can feed up to 8 people if feeding a few appetizers.

Note 2: For extra cheesy nachos, add 1 cup of nacho cheese on top of the chips before baking.

Note 3: Shredded rotisserie chicken works great.

I'm not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.

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