Chicken Nachos With Queso and BBQ Pico De Gallo (Th

Name: Chicken Nachos With Queso and BBQ Pico De Gallo (The Neelys)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces tortilla chips; 1 roasted chicken or 1 barbecued chicken; salt and pepper; 1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced; ½ cup sliced pickled jalapeno pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 small onion, minced; 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 -2 serano chile, seeded and finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained; 1 (4 ounce) canchopped green chilies; 1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice; ½ cup barbecue sauce (use favorite or Neely's BBQ Sauce); ¼ cup chopped yellow onion; ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon hot sauce; ¼ teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

16 ounces tortilla chips
1 roasted chicken or 1 barbecued chicken
salt and pepper
1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced
½ cup sliced pickled jalapeno pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, minced
1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 -2 serano chile, seeded and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 (4 ounce) canchopped green chilies
1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
½ cup barbecue sauce (use favorite or Neely's BBQ Sauce)
¼ cup chopped yellow onion
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon hot sauce
¼ teaspoon salt

1
Make the Pico de Gallo: Combine all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor, and pulse until the salsa is a uniform consistency but still slightly chunky.
2
Reserve 1 cup for nachos.
3
Make the Nachos: Pull meat from chicken and use a fork to shred the meat.
4
Transfer to a mixing bowl and season with salt and pepper, toss to combine and set aside.
5
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
6
When butter is hot add the onion, bell pepper, serrano chiles, and garlic.
7
Cook for 3-5 minutes until the vegetable are tender.
8
Add the tomatoes and green chiles and cook 2 minutes longer.
9
Add cubed cheese and stir until melted.
10
Cover and keep warm.
11
Preheat oven to 400F.
12
Spread the chips on a baking sheet or in a large shallow casserole dish.
13
Top chips with chicken, queso, scallions, and jalapenos.
14
Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, 8-10 minutes.
15
Garnish with cilantro, and serve with BBQ Pico de Gallo on the side.

664

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces tortilla chips, 1 roasted chicken or 1 barbecued chicken, salt and pepper, 1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Chicken Nachos With Queso and BBQ Pico De Gallo (The Neelys) 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.

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Chicken Nachos With Queso and BBQ Pico De Gallo (The Neelys)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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