Fix 1 Flaw: Amazing Firecracker Chicken Nachos
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Make craveable Firecracker Chicken Nachos. You get spicy heat balanced perfectly with cool, creamy toppings for an exciting party favorite.
- Author: Noah Younssi
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 1 jalapeƱo, thinly sliced (optional)
- Place chicken breasts, chicken broth, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic in a slow cooker or pot.
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours or simmer on the stovetop until the chicken is cooked through and easily shredded.
- Remove chicken and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce mixture and stir to coat completely.
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Spread tortilla chips in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Spoon the firecracker chicken mixture evenly over the chips.
- Sprinkle both Monterey Jack and cotija cheese over the chicken.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven. Top immediately with sour cream, cilantro, green onions, and jalapeƱo slices, if using.
- Serve your nachos right away.
Notes
- Noah suggests adjusting the sriracha amount; start small and taste the sauce before adding more heat.
- Ben recommends using high-quality, sturdy tortilla chips to hold up the toppings.
- Clara advises assembling the nachos just before serving so the chips stay crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg