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Easy Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos

Easy Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos

Layered tortilla chips piled with saucy BBQ chicken, melty cheese, and fresh toppings. Bakes fast on one pan for an easy crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz sturdy tortilla chips thick chips hold toppings best
  • 2 cup cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works great
  • 0.75 cup barbecue sauce plus a little extra for drizzling
  • 1.75 cup shredded cheddar-jack cheese
  • 0.75 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 0.75 cup corn kernels thawed if frozen
  • 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup jalapeño, thinly sliced seed for less heat
  • 0.33 cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for the pan
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt or to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Brush a large rimmed sheet pan with olive oil.
  • Toss shredded chicken with barbecue sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and salt until coated.
  • Spread tortilla chips evenly on the pan, overlapping slightly to cover the surface.
  • Scatter sauced chicken, black beans, corn, and red onion over the chips. Sprinkle on half the cheese.
  • Bake until hot and the chips start to crisp, about 8 minutes.
  • Top with remaining cheese and bake 3–4 minutes more, until melted and bubbly.
  • Stir sour cream with lime juice and a splash of water to make a drizzle.
  • Finish with jalapeño, green onions, and cilantro. Drizzle lime crema and extra BBQ sauce if you like. Serve right away.

Notes

Swap proteins: use leftover pulled pork or chopped grilled thighs. Add crushed pineapple or pickled jalapeños for a sweet-tangy twist. For crispier chips, bake the plain chips 3 minutes before topping. Store leftovers tightly covered; reheat on a sheet pan at 375°F until warm and crisp.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.