Chicken a La Nacho

Bring bold Tex-Mex flavors to your table with Chicken a La Nacho, an irresistible fusion of crispy chicken, melted cheese, and vibrant toppings. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a smoky spice rub, seared to golden perfection, and layered with crunchy tortilla chips, a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, and zesty jalapeños. Baked to bubbling, cheesy perfection, this crowd-pleasing dish is finished with fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and green onions for a burst of color and flavor. Perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings, Chicken a La Nacho combines the best of nachos and hearty chicken for a meal that's as fun as it is delicious. Serve with lime wedges and let the fiesta begin! Keywords: Chicken a La Nacho, Tex-Mex recipe, cheesy chicken, baked nachos, easy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 cups Tortilla chips
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1.5 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 0.25 cup Jalapeños, sliced
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Diced tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 4 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

On a clean cutting board, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly onto the chicken breasts to coat them on all sides.

Step 5

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat. Crush the tortilla chips lightly and spread them evenly over the chicken in the skillet.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the chicken, ensuring the tortilla chips are well covered.

Step 9

Top with sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick.

Step 10

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with sour cream, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.

Step 13

Serve with lime wedges on the side for a zesty finish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1629.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3679.7

Total Fat 223.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.9g
Cholesterol 961.1mg	0%
Sodium 5978.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 315.2g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 2994.1mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 1237.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 33.7%

Carbs: 12.5%