Avocado Corn Chicken Nachos

Avocado Corn Chicken Nachos

Everyone loves nachos, and these Avocado Corn Chicken Nachos topped with my Grilled Corn Avocado Salsa put a filling and healthy spin on a classic! The homemade salsa is amazing on its own (seriously, you should try it!) but it can also elevate regular nachos and turn them into an extraordinary meal that stands on its own!

Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a delicious appetizer to serve to guests, these nachos are a recipe you need to try. They are bursting with fresh summer flavors and are hearty enough to satisfy anyone.

• Grilled Corn Avocado Salsa

Sheet Pan Nachos

Nachos are a staple around here! You can find super basic nachos (just chips and cheese) at most sporting events, homemade nachos at potlucks, and dressed up nachos at homey restaurants. Three are tons of varieties!

I love experimenting with different nacho varieties myself, like these Light Chicken Verde Nachos. Nachos are a big deal! And they’re super easy to make at home. Whether you need an easy meal or a quick appetizer, this chicken nacho recipe has got you covered! If you’re craving something sweet, try my take on dessert nachos: Ultimate Banana Split Dessert Nachos are super decadent

One of the secrets to making great nachos is to use a sheet pan. You don’t need anything fancy to make great nachos. A sheet pan will get those chips nice and crunchy, and melt the cheese evenly. Keep reading to find out exactly how to make these delicious chicken nachos.

• Light Chicken Verde Nachos
• Ultimate Banana Split Dessert Nachos

How To Make Chicken Nachos

Making nachos is easy, and making amazing nachos is even easier!

Arrange chips on a rimmed baking sheet–the rim keeps them from sliding around or falling off when you’re transferring them in and out of the oven.

Spread shredded chicken and cheese over the chips.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes, just until the cheese is melted. This will also crisp up your chips!

Top with fresh Avocado Corn Salad and serve.

• Avocado Corn Salad

What Goes Good on Nachos?

One of the best things about nachos is how much you can mix and match the toppings. Some of my all time favorite toppings are avocados and peppers, but if you want to change it up, try some of these great nacho toppings

Different kinds of cheese

Fresh tomatoes

Fresh or grilled onions

Refried beans

Tomato Salsa

Black olives

Seasoned beef

What Kind of Cheese Should I Use on Nachos?

This chicken nacho recipe uses pepper jack cheese, because I love that spicy kick! If you need a substitute, try a cheese that melts well. You want something that will melt and spread out, not a hard cheese or one that’s too aromatic. If you want to keep some of the flavor of pepper jack without the spice, try monterey jack.

There are other options too! If you want to try something different, feel free to experiment. Cheddar is a popular choice for nachos. If you pick a cheddar that hasn’t been aged you’ll get better melting. Aged cheddar has less moisture and won’t get as gooey. Mozzarella works too!

What Kind of Chips Should I Use For Nachos?

Any kind of tortilla chips will work in a pinch, but my current favorite for making nachos has got to be Gorilla Chips. Gorilla Chips are relatively new from Crazy Fresh, which you’ve likely seen at your grocery store. They make fruit and veggie platters that I’ve grabbed for last minute parties a million times!

With Gorilla Chips they’re branching out into tortilla chips that are crunchy and heavy duty enough to load up with tons of toppings!

How Do You Keep Nachos From Getting Soggy?

No one likes soggy chips! Don’t worry, there are a few steps you can take to keep your nachos crispy, crunchy, and perfect.

Bake your nachos before you add toppings, especially any “wet” toppings like salsa or tomatoes. That will help keep them resistant to moisture.

Eat them soon! Don’t give the juice time to sink in to the chips.

Use thick chips that can take a little moisture without melting. I use Gorilla Chips. Thin chips will basically dissolve when they run into moisture, thick chips will hold up better.

Serve toppings like sour cream or guacamole on the side, so you can dip your crispy chips instead of putting them on top and letting them drip down onto your chips.

Serving: 1 g | Calories: 578 kcal | Carbohydrates: 33 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 37 g | Saturated Fat: 13 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 22 g | Cholesterol: 84 mg | Sodium: 490 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 1 g