Chicken a La Nacho Recipe

Name: Chicken a La Nacho
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (5 -6 ounce) chicken breasts; 2 cups crushed nacho cheese flavored chips; 1 cup egg wash (1 egg and 1/2 cup of milk whisked together); taco seasoning, dry mix (to taste); salt and pepper (to taste); 2 large ripe tomatoes (Chopped); 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced shallot; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

4 (5 -6 ounce) chicken breasts
2 cups crushed nacho cheese flavored chips
1 cup egg wash (1 egg and 1/2 cup of milk whisked together)
taco seasoning, dry mix (to taste)
salt and pepper (to taste)
2 large ripe tomatoes (Chopped)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper
1 teaspoon sugar

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Salsa:.
2
Mix the following ingredients together tomatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil shallots, lime juice, garlic, jalapeno, and sugar.
3
Season with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
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This is best if it is made the day before and left in the refrigerator overnight.
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Chicken:.
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Season each chicken breast liberally with the taco seasoning.
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Dip each breast in the egg wash and then coat with the crushed nacho chips.
8
Heat a heavy bottom pan to medium heat and sear each chicken breast on both sides until the coating is golden brown.
9
Place the chicken in an oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 - 12 minutes.Serve with the above salsa recipe, sour cream, and rice.

628

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (5 -6 ounce) chicken breasts, 2 cups crushed nacho cheese flavored chips, 1 cup egg wash (1 egg and 1/2 cup of milk whisked together), taco seasoning, dry mix (to taste), and more.

Yes, Chicken a La Nacho falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken a La Nacho

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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