Buffalo Chicken Nachos are a delightful combination of spicy buffalo chicken, melted cheese, crispy tortilla chips, and creamy toppings. Below is a simple recipe to make Buffalo Chicken Nachos at home:
Ingredients:
For the Buffalo Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Nachos:
- Tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing for drizzling
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
Instructions:
Preparing the Buffalo Chicken:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chicken breasts until they are no longer pink inside, about 6-7 minutes per side. Alternatively, you can use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken and shred it.
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks.
- Make Buffalo Sauce: In a bowl, mix the buffalo sauce, melted butter, and minced garlic. Add the shredded chicken to this mixture and toss until the chicken is well coated.
Assembling the Nachos:
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Layer Tortilla Chips: Spread a layer of tortilla chips on the baking sheet.
- Add Chicken: Distribute the buffalo chicken evenly over the tortilla chips.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the chicken.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the diced red onion, diced celery, and crumbled blue cheese (if using) over the cheese.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños (if using), and a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Serve: Serve the Buffalo Chicken Nachos hot with additional dressing and celery sticks on the side.
Enjoy your homemade Buffalo Chicken Nachos as a delicious appetizer or snack!
