Emeril's Shredded Chicken Nachos

Dive into the ultimate crowd-pleaser with Emeril’s Shredded Chicken Nachos—a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for game day, parties, or a fun family dinner! This recipe combines tender, taco-seasoned shredded chicken with layers of crispy tortilla chips, gooey melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and hearty toppings like black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado. A quick trip to the oven transforms the ingredients into a golden, cheesy masterpiece, while fresh garnishes like pico de gallo, sour cream, and cilantro add bursts of freshness to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these loaded nachos deliver bold Tex-Mex flavors with minimal effort. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 10 ounces Tortilla chips
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Corn (canned or frozen, thawed)
• 1 whole Jalapeños, sliced (optional)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Pico de gallo or salsa
• 1 whole Avocado, diced
• 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
• 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and taco seasoning, stirring to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the chicken is warmed through and flavorful. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large, oven-safe platter or baking sheet.

Step 4

Layer half of the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese over the chips.

Step 5

Add a second layer of tortilla chips and repeat with the remaining chicken, beans, corn, and cheeses.

Step 6

Place the tray in the oven and bake for 7–10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.

Step 7

Carefully remove the nachos from the oven. Garnish with jalapeños (if using), pico de gallo or salsa, avocado, sour cream, green onions, and fresh cilantro.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2004.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4567.6

Total Fat 281.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 47.8g
Cholesterol 803.1mg	0%
Sodium 6086.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 258.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 276.1g	0%

Vitamin D 72.0IU	0%
Calcium 3202.6mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 4008.3mg	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: 54.2%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 22.1%