How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Peg's Chicken Nachos Recipe?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken breast, poached, skinned, boned & diced, 12 ounce. cream cheese, room temp., 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded & chopped, 3 tbsp. minced red onion, and more.

Is Peg's Chicken Nachos Recipe suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Peg's Chicken Nachos Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Peg's Chicken Nachos Recipe?

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

Peg's Chicken Nachos Recipe

Name: Peg's Chicken Nachos Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken breast, poached, skinned, boned & diced; 12 ounce. cream cheese, room temp.; 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded & chopped; 3 tbsp. minced red onion; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 teaspoon grnd cumin; 1 teaspoon chili pwdr; 1 1/2 c. grated Monterey Jack cheese; Salt & pepper to taste; 6 med. or possibly sm. pitas, separated into 2 rounds or possibly flour tortillas

Try this homemade Peg's Chicken Nachos recipe the whole family will love. Made with chicken, cream cheese, peppers and red onion. Easy step-by-step inst…

This Peg's Chicken Nachos relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as minced red onion, garlic, chopped, grnd cumin and chili pwdr. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1267 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

1267

kcal

Calories

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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