Corn Chip Chicken "nachos" Recipe

Name: Corn Chip Chicken "nachos"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups corn chips, finely crushed (about 1 1/2 cups); ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 eggs; 1 12 lbs boneless and skinless chicken breast tenders; ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded; ⅓ cup sour cream; ½ cup salsa; 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks; 2 tablespoons black olives, sliced; fresh cilantro stem (optional)

Servings: persons

3 cups corn chips, finely crushed (about 1 1/2 cups)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 eggs
1 12 lbs boneless and skinless chicken breast tenders
½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
⅓ cup sour cream
½ cup salsa
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 tablespoons black olives, sliced
fresh cilantro stem (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F; coat jellyroll pan with cooking spray.
2
In large bowl, combine corn chips with flour and cumin; reserve.
3
In medium bowl, beat eggs.
4
Dip chicken tenders, one at a time, letting excess drip off.
5
Coat each tender with corn chip mixture; place on pan.
6
Bake 10 minutes; turn over; bake 10 minutes until golden.
7
Top tenders with shredded Cheddar cheese; bake until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes.
8
Transfer to serving platter; top with sour cream, salsa, avocado and black olives.
9
If desired, garnish with cilantro.

400

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups corn chips, finely crushed (about 1 1/2 cups), ¼ cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Corn Chip Chicken "nachos" 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!

Corn Chip Chicken "nachos"

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Variations & substitutions

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