Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos with Ground Chicken

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Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make dish perfect for sharing with friends and family. The recipe involves tortilla chips, seasoned ground chicken, lots of cheese, and toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, and avocado on a single sheet pan. It’s perfect for game day!

The result is a crispy, flavorful, and satisfying meal that can be customized to your taste preferences.

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Why I love serving Sheet Pan Nachos

• Convenience: Sheet pan nachos are easy to prepare and serve, making them an excellent option for hosting a large group or serving a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
• Customizable: One of the best things about sheet pan nachos is that they can be customized to your liking. You can choose your favorite toppings, such as black beans, jalapenos, avocado, and sour cream, and adjust the spiciness and seasoning to your taste.
• Crowd-pleaser: Nachos are a universally loved food, making them a great option for serving at parties or gatherings. With their crunchy texture, gooey cheese, and savory toppings, sheet pan nachos will surely be a hit for kids and adults.
• Versatility: Sheet pan nachos can be served as a main course or as an appetizer and can be adapted to various dietary needs, such as vegetarian or gluten-free.

Ingredients to make delicious nachos

See a complete list of ingredients in the recipe card.

• Tortilla Chips – Any brand of tortilla chips will work, but look for a round flat chip.
• Ground Chicken – Substitute ground beef, ground turkey, diced chicken breast, shredded chicken, or shred a rotisserie chicken to use in this easy dinner. I love to use leftover chicken to make nachos too!
• Taco Seasoning – Use store-bought, or even better, try this homemade version made with chili powder, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and salt.
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese – This cheese’s tangy and robust taste pairs well with bold flavors.
• Monterey Jack Cheese – This cheese offers the oozy-melty quality that is perfect for nachos.

Best toppings for nachos

The skies the limited when it comes to nacho toppings. Pick your favorites and load those nachos up!

• Sour Cream
• Black Olives
• Diced Avocado or Guacamole
• Lime Wedges – Lime juice will brighten the entire dish.
• Diced Red Onion or Chopped Green Onions
• Cilantro
• Red Bell Peppers
• Fresh Jalapeno – Jarred Jalapeno is great too!
• Green Chiles
• Black Beans
• Homemade Salsa
• Fresh Pico De Gallo

How to make Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos

Step 1: In a large skillet, brown the ground chicken breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Add the taco seasoning and water and simmer until the sauce thickens.

Step 2: In a single layer on a large baking sheet, layer the tortilla chips, the seasoned chicken, shredded cheese, and diced red bell pepper (optional).

Step 3: Bake for 5-8 minutes at 400 degrees. Remove from the oven when the cheese has melted.

Step 4: Sprinkle your favorite fresh toppings over the top of the chips. Serve immediately.

WANT TO STORE FOR LATER? HERE’S HOW…

Store properly: If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. The nachos will be delicious when using one of the techniques below to rewarm them.

HOW TO REHEAT NACHOS

To start using any of these methods of rewarming nachos, remove any cold toppings.

Air Fryer: 

1. Preheat the air fryer to 300 for about 5 minutes.
2. While the air fryer is heating up, arrange the nachos in a single layer in the basket or on the tray of the fryer. If you have a large batch, you will need to reheat them in multiple batches.
3. Place the basket or tray in the air fryer and cook the nachos for 3 to 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the chips are crispy.

Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Arrange nachos in a single layer on a baking sheet.
3. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese has melted and the chips are crispy.

Stovetop: 

1. Start with a hot cast-iron skillet. Place nachos into the skillet in a single layer. Refrain from crowding to ensure they won’t get soggy.
2. Cover the nachos with aluminum foil and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the chips are crispy.

No matter how you reheat your nachos, be sure to add additional toppings to the the nachos, such as salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

FAQ

TIPS FOR MAKING LOADED NACHOS

• Don’t skimp on the cheese or toppings.
• Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
• Cut red bell peppers small, so they have time to soften.
• If serving a crowd double the recipe.
• Prep ingredients, including laying out the chips, chicken, and cheese, before your guests arrive, so all you have to do is throw the nachos in a preheated oven.
• Add a few drops of hot sauce right before serving.

What to serve with this easy chicken nachos recipe

Some great side dish options to serve with chicken nachos is Refried Beans, Spanish rice, or a Black Bean Soup.

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