Ultimate Loaded Roasted Chicken Nachos with Creamy Green Chili Cheese Sauce
These Ultimate Loaded Roasted Chicken Nachos are a game-day classic that will steal the spotlight at any gathering! Crispy tortilla chips serve as the perfect bed for tender shredded chicken and an irresistible creamy green chili cheese sauce, made from fresh tomatillos and jalapenos. Topped with a zesty fresh salsa and additional layers of melted Monterey Jack cheese, this dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. Ideal for Super Bowl parties, family gatherings, or any occasion where comfort food is a must. Pair with cool sour cream and creamy guacamole for a decadent experience.
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Servings
688
Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
Tomatillos
4 (Husked)
Jalapenos
2 (Whole)
Onion
1/2 (Quartered)
Garlic cloves
2 (Whole)
Cilantro leaf
1/2 cup (Chopped)
Lime
1 (Juiced)
Ground cumin
1 teaspoon
Unsalted butter
1/4 cup
All-purpose flour
1/4 cup
Chicken stock
2 cups
Monterey Jack cheese
4 cups (Shredded)
Corn tortilla chips
1 (1 lb) bag
Roasted cooked chicken
1 (3 lb) (Skinned & shredded)
Cherry tomatoes
1 pint (Halved)
Green onions
2 (Chopped)
Jalapeno
1 (Chopped)
Cilantro leaf
1 cup (Roughly chopped)
Lime
2 (Juiced)
Salt and pepper
To taste
Instructions
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1. Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a rolling boil.
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2. Add tomatillos, jalapenos, quartered onion, and garlic cloves to the pot. Lower the heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until tomatillos are soft.
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3. Carefully drain the mixture and allow it to cool slightly. Transfer to a blender.
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4. Add chopped cilantro, lime juice, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend into a coarse puree. If needed, add up to 1/4 cup of water to achieve desired consistency. Set aside.
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5. To make the cheese sauce, melt unsalted butter in a thick-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat. Sprinkle in the flour gradually while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 2 minutes.
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6. Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, increasing the heat slightly. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes until thickened.
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7. Stir in 2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese and continue mixing until completely melted and smooth. Fold in the prepared salsa verde and remove from heat.
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8. For the fresh salsa, combine halved cherry tomatoes, chopped green onions, chopped jalapeno, roughly chopped cilantro, and lime juice in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and toss well to combine.
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9. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for baking. Line a large oven-proof platter with a generous layer of corn tortilla chips.
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10. Layer your nachos: add shredded chicken, then drizzle with creamy green chili cheese sauce and sprinkle with remaining Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat until all ingredients are used, making at least 3-4 layers.
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11. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 10 minutes, or until everything is heated through and the cheese is bubbly and gooey.
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12. Once baked, remove from the oven and generously spoon the fresh salsa over the top. Serve immediately with sides of sour cream and guacamole for dipping.
Nutrition Information
40
Fat
52
Carbs
29
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this nacho recipe?
The recipe is called Ultimate Loaded Roasted Chicken Nachos with Creamy Green Chili Cheese Sauce.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the nachos need to bake?
Bake the nachos for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and gooey.
How many layers should I make when assembling the nachos?
You should repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, making at least 3-4 layers.
What type of cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses Monterey Jack cheese.
How much cheese is needed in total?
You will need 4 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
What kind of chicken is best for these nachos?
The recipe calls for one 3 lb roasted cooked chicken, skinned and shredded.
What are the main components of the creamy green chili cheese sauce?
The sauce is made from a roux of butter and flour, chicken stock, Monterey Jack cheese, and a homemade salsa verde.
How do I prepare the tomatillos and jalapenos for the sauce?
Boil them with onion and garlic for about 15 minutes until soft, then blend into a coarse puree.
Can I adjust the consistency of the salsa verde?
Yes, you can add up to 1/4 cup of water during blending to achieve your desired consistency.
What ingredients are in the fresh salsa topping?
The fresh salsa includes cherry tomatoes, green onions, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
How much chicken stock is used in the cheese sauce?
The recipe uses 2 cups of chicken stock.
What are the recommended side dishes for serving?
Serve the nachos with sides of sour cream and guacamole for dipping.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 688 calories per serving.
What is the fat content of this dish?
Each serving contains 40 grams of fat.
How much protein does this recipe provide?
This dish provides 29 grams of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count?
There are 52 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of chips should I use?
Use one 1 lb bag of corn tortilla chips.
How do I prevent lumps in the cheese sauce?
Sprinkle the flour gradually into the melted butter while whisking constantly.
What type of butter should I use?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of unsalted butter.
How many jalapenos are needed for the entire recipe?
You will need 2 jalapenos for the sauce and 1 for the fresh salsa, totaling 3.
How much cilantro is required?
You need 1/2 cup chopped cilantro for the sauce and 1 cup roughly chopped for the fresh salsa.
What kind of tomatoes are used for the fresh salsa?
One pint of cherry tomatoes, halved, is used.
How many garlic cloves are included?
The recipe uses 2 whole garlic cloves.
Is the onion cooked before blending?
Yes, the quartered onion is simmered in boiling water with the tomatillos and jalapenos.
How many limes are needed?
You will need approximately 3 limes in total: 1 for the sauce and 2 for the fresh salsa.
What seasoning is added to the salsa verde?
The salsa verde is seasoned with ground cumin and a pinch of salt.
What occasions is this recipe ideal for?
It is ideal for Super Bowl parties, game days, family gatherings, or any comfort food occasion.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 19 ingredients in total.
What tags describe this dish?
Tags include nachos, chicken, game day, super bowl, cheesy, comfort food, and rotisserie chicken.