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Best Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos

Best Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos

Savor the ultimate Best Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos, perfect for easy entertaining with layers of flavor and crispy goodness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 1 tray
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 445
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 slices bacon cooked until crispy
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1.25 cups sweet BBQ sauce
  • 1 to 2 bags tortilla chips depending on size
  • 2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese from one 8-ounce brick
  • 2 cups freshly grated Monterrey Jack cheese from one 8-ounce brick

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Rimmed Metal Baking Sheet
  • Cutting board
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400℉ (or 200℃).
  2. In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy and drain on to paper towel. Once cool, finely chop into small pieces.
  3. Arrange the chicken on a rimmed metal baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat. Season both sides with lemon pepper seasoning.
  4. Bake the chicken for 18 to 20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before shredding.
  5. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 1/2 to 3/4 cup of barbecue sauce and toss to coat.
  6. Reduce the oven temperature to 325℉ (or 160℃).
  7. On a clean rimmed metal baking sheet, arrange the chips in a single layer. Top with a light sprinkle of cheese, then scatter the barbecue chicken over top.
  8. Add more cheese, red onion, and chopped bacon. Drizzle some extra barbecue sauce over the top.
  9. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the barbecue sauce is caramelized.
  10. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1trayCalories: 445kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 37gFat: 24gSodium: 905mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

Ensure the bacon is crispy and use freshly grated cheese for the best texture. Don't overload the chips with toppings for an even distribution of flavors.

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