Description
Crockpot Chicken Nachos are the ultimate game-day treat, combining crispy tortilla chips, tender shredded chicken, and gooey cheese for a mouthwatering delight. This easy-to-make recipe allows you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the big game with friends. Whether it’s a party or a cozy family night in, these nachos will be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 8 oz thick tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 fresh jalapeño, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot; season with garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth; cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred cooked chicken with two forks and return it to the crockpot.
- On a baking sheet, layer tortilla chips, then top with shredded chicken and cheese.
- Broil on high for 3-5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from oven and add jalapeños, green onions, and sour cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking/Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sear the chicken before slow cooking. Feel free to substitute chicken with beef or beans for a vegetarian option. Add toppings like olives or guacamole to customize your nachos.
