Savory Slow-Cooked Shredded Chicken Nachos
Transform your nacho night with this scrumptious slow-cooked shredded chicken nacho recipe! Ideal for gatherings, this dish combines tender, flavorful chicken with a variety of tasty toppings that will have everyone coming back for seconds. The secret to moist chicken lies in the addition of rich chicken broth, elevating the taste profile of every bite. With a blend of spices and savory ingredients, you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to prepare. Set it and forget it in your crock pot for a hassle-free meal that’s perfect for game days and family dinners alike!
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 lbs (Place whole in slow cooker)
taco seasoning mix
1 (1 oz) package (Sprinkle over chicken)
pinto beans
1 (15 oz) can (Drain before adding to slow cooker)
diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 oz) can (Undrained)
green chilies
1 (4 1/2 oz) can (Add directly to slow cooker)
lime juice
2 tablespoons (Add to slow cooker)
low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup (Add to slow cooker)
tortilla chips
10 ounces (For serving)
colby-monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 ounces (For topping)
sour cream
3/4 cup (For topping)
salsa
3/4 cup (For topping)
green onion, chopped
1/4 cup (For topping)
black olives, sliced
1/4 cup (For topping)
fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons (For topping)
lime
1 (Cut into 12 wedges)
Instructions
1
Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker.
2
Evenly sprinkle the taco seasoning mix over the chicken, ensuring it’s fully coated.
3
Add the drained pinto beans, undrained diced tomatoes, green chilies, low sodium chicken broth, and lime juice on top of the chicken.
4
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on the Low setting for 7 to 8 hours or on the High setting for 4 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender.
5
About 30 minutes before serving, prepare your desired toppings by placing cheese, sour cream, salsa, green onions, black olives, cilantro, and lime wedges in individual serving dishes.
6
Once the cooking time is up, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a large plate.
7
Using a fork, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the slow cooker.
8
Mash the beans within the slow cooker to create a coherent mixture with the chicken.
9
To serve, have guests layer tortilla chips on their plates and top them with about 1/2 cup of the chicken and bean mixture. Allow them to customize their nachos with their choice of toppings. If needed, the chicken mixture can be kept warming on the Low setting for up to 2 hours.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
Savory Slow-Cooked Shredded Chicken Nachos
What type of chicken is used for these nachos?
2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
What size slow cooker is recommended?
A 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker
How is the chicken seasoned in the slow cooker?
By evenly sprinkling one 1 oz package of taco seasoning mix over the chicken
Do I need to drain the pinto beans?
Yes, the 15 oz can of pinto beans should be drained before adding to the slow cooker
Should the diced tomatoes be drained?
No, the 14 1/2 oz can of diced tomatoes should be added undrained
What kind of green chilies are used?
1 (4 1/2 oz) can of green chilies
How much chicken broth is required?
1/4 cup of low sodium chicken broth
How much lime juice is added to the mixture?
2 tablespoons of lime juice
How long should the chicken cook on the Low setting?
7 to 8 hours
How long should the chicken cook on the High setting?
4 hours
How do I know the chicken is done cooking?
The chicken is done when it is fork-tender
When should I prepare the nacho toppings?
Prepare the toppings about 30 minutes before serving
How is the chicken shredded?
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and use a fork to shred it into bite-sized pieces
What should I do with the beans after cooking?
Mash the beans within the slow cooker to create a coherent mixture with the shredded chicken
How are the nachos served to guests?
Guests layer tortilla chips on their plates and top them with about 1/2 cup of the chicken and bean mixture
How much chicken mixture should be served per plate?
About 1/2 cup
How long can the chicken mixture be kept warm after cooking?
It can be kept warm on the Low setting for up to 2 hours
How many ounces of tortilla chips are suggested?
10 ounces
What type of cheese is recommended for the topping?
4 ounces of shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
How much sour cream should be served?
3/4 cup
How much salsa is used for the topping?
3/4 cup
How much green onion is needed?
1/4 cup of chopped green onion
How much black olives should I prepare?
1/4 cup of sliced black olives
How much fresh cilantro is suggested?
2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro
How should the lime be prepared for serving?
One lime should be cut into 12 wedges
Why is chicken broth added to the recipe?
To ensure the chicken stays moist and to elevate the taste profile
What makes this recipe ideal for game days?
It is a hassle-free meal that can be prepared in a crock pot and kept warm for hours
Can I customize the toppings?
Yes, guests are encouraged to customize their nachos with their choice of toppings
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is described as a set it and forget it meal that is easy to prepare
What tags are associated with this recipe?
crock pot, nachos, shredded chicken, easy recipe, slow cooker, game day, and tex-mex