Description
These Easy Rotisserie Chicken Nachos are a quick and delicious snack or meal, layered with crispy tortilla chips, shredded rotisserie chicken, beans, and melted Mexican blend cheese, then topped with fresh pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, and pickled jalapenos for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for family gatherings or a casual night in, they come together in just under 20 minutes and satisfy everyone’s cravings with customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 12-oz bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 15-oz can black or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 ounces shredded Mexican blend cheese (about 2 cups)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo salsa
- Sour cream, for serving
- Guacamole or sliced avocado, for serving
- Cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Diced tomatoes, for garnish
- Salsa, for serving
- Pickled jalapeños, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the nachos.
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a rimmed baking sheet or a high-sided skillet with foil or parchment paper to make cleanup easier after baking.
- Layer the first half of ingredients: Spread half of the tortilla chips evenly on the prepared baking sheet, then top with half of the shredded rotisserie chicken, half of the drained beans, and half of the shredded Mexican blend cheese.
- Repeat layers: Add the remaining chips on top and distribute the remaining chicken, beans, and cheese evenly. Arrange the chips on top so they are easy to pull out after baking.
- Bake the nachos: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely and is bubbly.
- Add toppings and serve: Remove the nachos from the oven and immediately top with pico de gallo salsa, sour cream, guacamole or sliced avocado, cilantro, diced tomatoes, salsa, and pickled jalapeños, according to your preference. Serve immediately while hot.
- Enjoy family style: Serve the nachos family style so everyone can add their favorite toppings and avoid unwanted garnishes, making it a fun and interactive meal.
Notes
- Use a high-sided skillet or rimmed baking sheet to prevent any toppings from spilling over in the oven.
- For extra crispiness, spread out the chips in a single layer before adding toppings.
- Drain and rinse beans to avoid excess moisture that could make the nachos soggy.
- Customize with your favorite toppings such as olives, jalapeños, or different cheeses.
- Serve immediately for the best texture, as nachos can become soggy when they sit.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
