Crispy Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos
A quick and easy recipe for crispy, smoky BBQ chicken nachos baked on a sheet pan, perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8-12 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups (about 12 oz) sturdy tortilla chips
- 4 cups (about 1.3 lbs) cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or grilled)
- 1 cup (8 fl oz) BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 cups (8 oz) shredded cheese (mix of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1–2 jalapeños, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 cup (6 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss 4 cups of cooked shredded chicken with 1 cup of BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Arrange about 12 cups of sturdy tortilla chips in an even layer on a large rimmed sheet pan.
- Scatter the BBQ chicken evenly over the chips, then sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheese on top.
- Add thin slices of ½ a red onion and 1-2 sliced jalapeños if desired.
- Spoon 1 cup of drained and rinsed black beans evenly over the nachos.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the chips start turning golden brown.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro and green onions.
- Serve immediately with dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt on the side.
- Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes after baking for extra crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning.
Notes
Use sturdy, thick-cut tortilla chips to prevent sogginess. Toss chicken with BBQ sauce before layering to keep it flavorful and moist. Spread toppings evenly to maintain crispiness. Let nachos rest 5 minutes after baking to set cheese. For extra crispiness, broil 1-2 minutes but watch carefully. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free chips and check BBQ sauce ingredients. Dairy-free options possible by substituting vegan cheese and yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup of nacho
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 22
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