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Nachos Supreme – Baked Chicken Nachos

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These Nachos Supreme are piled high with perfectly seasoned taco meat, hearty black beans, gooey melted cheese, creamy sour cream, and fresh avocado. Baked to perfection, this easy nacho recipe is ideal for a fun family dinner or a crowd-pleasing game-day snack. Ready in just 20 minutes!

A tray of nachos topped with melted cheese, black beans, tomato salsa, sliced avocados, red chili slices, and dollops of sour cream, garnished with cilantro leaves.
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Baked Nachos Supreme Recipe

Who doesn’t love Mexican food? Seriously! Have you ever met someone who’s said, “Mexican? Nah, I’ll pass”? Me neither! Mexican flavors are a favorite in our home, especially with the kids. Recipes like my Cajun Chicken, Mexican Chicken and Rice, or Easy Fish Tacos with Slaw are always a huge hit in our home.

📝 Ingredients for Nachos Supreme

Ingredients for a dish are laid out on a surface: corn chips, ground chicken, grated cheddar cheese, canned black beans, olive oil, canned tomatoes, garlic cloves, and a small bowl of mixed spices.
  • Corn Tortilla Chips: Whenever possible, choose organic or non-GMO corn chips.
  • Ground Meat: While classic nachos are often made with ground beef, I prefer using dark chicken mince for a unique twist. Feel free to substitute with ground beef if that’s more to your taste—it works perfectly in this recipe!
  • Cheese: Cheddar is my go-to, but if you’re in the U.S., Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack make excellent alternatives.
  • Tomato Salsa
  • Black Beans: Canned black beans are convenient; opt for organic, BPA-free if possible.
  • Spices: I use a blend of ground cumin, ground coriander, and sweet paprika. Alternatively, you can use my chicken taco seasoning or your favorite Mexican blend.

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients 👇

Toppings For Nachos Supreme

The options for toppings to add to your nachos once they are cooked are endless. Here are a couple of ideas for you to try:

A flat lay of a fresh avocado, a small bowl of sour cream, a jar of salsa, and a bunch of cilantro on a light blue textured surface.

What are your favorite toppings for baked nachos? Let me know in the comment section below.

👩‍🍳 How To Make Loaded Baked Nachos

To make nachos supreme is super easy.

A silver frying pan filled with browned ground turkey meat, shown from above, resting on a light blue surface.

Step 1: Heat some olive oil in a large skillet and cook the ground meat until it’s slightly browned.

A frying pan filled with browned ground turkey, topped with various spices including paprika, garlic powder, and ground cumin, on a light blue surface. The ingredients are partially mixed.

Step 2: Add minced garlic and fry for a couple of minutes. Then add the spices and a small amount of water, then thoroughly mix everything together.

A pan filled with cooked ground meat, black beans, diced tomatoes, and rice. The ingredients are arranged in separate sections on the pan before being mixed together.

Step 3: Add diced tomatoes, drained black beans, and a splash of water (about 1/6 of the tin) to the skillet.

A skillet filled with a cooked mixture of ground chicken, black beans, and diced tomatoes in a thick red sauce. The ingredients are evenly mixed, creating a hearty and colorful dish. The skillet is on a light-colored surface.

Step 4: Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook on low heat for 5 to 10 minutes.

  • Step 5: While the meat is simmering, prepare a large baking tray by lining it with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 180°C (360°F) and grate the cheese.
A baking tray filled with neatly arranged, round tortilla chips on parchment paper. The chips are uniformly golden and slightly textured, covering the entire surface of the tray. The background is a light, textured surface.

Step 6: Arrange the corn tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet.

A tray of nachos topped with grated cheese, ground meat, black beans, and garnished with additional shredded cheese, on a baking sheet. The background is a light blue surface.

Step 7: Spread the tomato and chicken mixture over the tortilla chips and sprinkle plenty of cheese.

A tray of nachos topped with melted cheese, ground meat, and black beans. The nachos are arranged in a single layer, with toppings evenly distributed across the surface. The tray is placed on a light blue and white surface.

Step 8: Bake the nachos for about 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Be careful not to overcook the nachos.

☀️ Top Tips

  • Be sure not to overcrowd the tray with too many chips; it’s better to use two trays if needed to ensure that the chips are not stacked on top of each other.
  • Use good-quality tortilla chips, organic if possible.
  • I prefer to grate my cheese rather than using pre-shredded cheese or cheese blend from the supermarket. It tastes better and is better for you.

❄️ How To Store Baked Nachos

  • Leftovers: If you have too many leftover nachos, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate them for 2-3 days. Reheat them in an oven at 360’F (180’C) for 10-15 minutes and enjoy. They might be not as crispy anymore but they will taste delicious nevertheless.
  • Meal Prep: Prepare the chicken and tomato mix in advance and refrigerate it for later use. It will keep fresh for 3-4 days in an air-tight container. Assemble and bake the nachos when you’re ready to eat them.
  • School Lunch: I also found that baked nachos make a great school lunch.
  • Freeze: You can also freeze the meat mixture for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container or a Ziploc bag.
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a woman sitting on a kitchen bench

If you tried Nachos Supreme – Baked Chicken Nachos or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below.

Thank you! Elena

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Nachos Supreme – Baked Chicken Nachos

Elena Elliott
Hola amigos! Get ready to dive into a delicious and easy-to-make baked nachos recipe featuring seasoned ground chicken, hearty black beans, and a medley of fresh ingredients. Perfect for gatherings, movie nights, or a quick dinner. In just a few simple steps, you’ll have a mouthwatering tray of nachos with perfectly melted cheese, crispy tortilla chips, and a rich, savory topping that’s sure to impress. Gather your ingredients and let’s get cooking—this crowd-pleasing dish will be ready in no time!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 serves
Calories 1085 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups corn chips I recommend using organic corn chips,
  • 500 grams ground chicken meat I use thigh meat
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tin black beans
  • 1 tin diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated

Mexican Spice Mix

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or ground chili optional

Toppings For Baked Nachos

  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup salsa sauce store bought
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 180℃ (360℉)
  • In a large frying pan, heat some extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula as it cooks until it start to get some color.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add the spices and cook for an additional minute.
  • Stir in drained black beans and diced tomatoes along with a splash of water, and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 5–10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the baking tray by lining it with baking paper.
  • Arrange the nachos on the tray, then spoon the chicken and black bean mixture over the nachos. Sprinkle generously with cheese, and bake for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  • Remove the nachos from the oven, top with avocado slices, sprinkle with fresh coriander leaves, and add dollops of sour cream. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Be sure not to overcrowd the tray with too many chips; it’s better to use two trays if needed to ensure that the chips are not stacked on top of each other.
  • Use good-quality tortilla chips, organic if possible.
  • I prefer to grate my cheese rather than using pre-shredded cheese or cheese blend from the supermarket. It tastes better and is better for you.
Calories: 1085kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 42gFat: 71gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gMonounsaturated Fat: 28gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 1237mgPotassium: 1596mgFiber: 14gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1098IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 416mgIron: 5mg

Please note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredient brands, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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