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How to Make a Nacho Platter for a Crowd in 20 Minutes

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Level up game day with these easy party nachos! Loaded with grilled chicken and melted cheese, it’s the ultimate mexican nachos platter.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bag tortilla chips thick-cut, restaurant-style
  • 2 cups (480 ml) cooked chicken breast chopped or shredded, grilled or rotisserie-style
  • 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (240 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika optional
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings sour cream, guacamole, salsa, jalapeños, green onions

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Arrange the tortilla chips in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Top with the cooked chicken and season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Sprinkle a generous amount of cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve while hot with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Cheese Choice: I really recommend grating your own cheese from a block because it melts into a much silkier sauce than the pre-shredded stuff.
Layering Technique: I discovered that