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Flavorful Buffalo Chicken Nachos Recipe Easy Homemade Pepper Jack Cheese Nachos

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A quick and easy recipe combining spicy buffalo chicken with creamy Pepper Jack cheese on sturdy tortilla chips, perfect for game days, parties, or family snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s RedHot preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 large bag of sturdy tortilla chips (thick-cut or restaurant-style)
  • 2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese
  • ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • ¼ cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing (for drizzling)
  • 1 avocado, diced or sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until chicken is evenly coated.
  3. Spread half of the tortilla chips evenly on the baking sheet. Sprinkle half of the black beans if using, then add half of the buffalo chicken mixture over the chips. Sprinkle 1 cup (about 115g) of shredded Pepper Jack cheese over the top.
  4. Repeat layering with remaining chips, beans, chicken, and cheese.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and chips are golden and crisp.
  6. Remove from oven and immediately top with sliced jalapeños, green onions, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.
  7. Drizzle ranch or blue cheese dressing over the top and add avocado slices if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while cheese is melty and chips are crisp.

Notes

Use freshly shredded Pepper Jack cheese for best melt and flavor. Cover nachos loosely with foil for first 5 minutes of baking for extra melty cheese, then uncover to crisp chips. Avoid overcrowding the pan for even cooking. For leftovers, reheat in oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to maintain crispness. Substitute dairy-free cheese and vegan chicken for plant-based version. Use gluten-free chips and check buffalo sauce for gluten to keep recipe gluten-free.

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