Healthier Chicken Nachos
Healthier Chicken Nachos
Healthier Chicken Nachos

Healthier Chicken Nachos

David Venable

I like toppings on my nachos! Pile them on, foodies. You'll love this recipe...especially the smoky flavor of the roasted poblano peppers.

Chicken

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2-1/2 tsp paprika
  • 2-1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1-1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1-1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1-1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 4 (5-oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Directions

Preheat a barbecue or indoor grill to medium.
Pour the oil into a shallow mixing bowl; set aside. Combine the cornstarch and spices in a separate shallow mixing bowl; set aside.
Dredge the chicken in the oil, coat it in the spices, then place it on the preheated grill, grilling for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until no longer pink.
Remove the chicken from the grill and set it aside to cool. When cool, shred the chicken into pieces and refrigerate until you're ready to build the nachos.
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Spread the tortilla chips out in an even layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle half the shredded cheese over the chips, then sprinkle the scallions, olives, corn, beans, tomatoes, and shredded chicken evenly over the cheese and chips.
Top with the remaining cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Serve with the salsa and sour cream, if desired.

Nachos

  • 1 (14.5-oz) bag baked or trans fat-free tortilla chips
  • 1 (8-oz) package reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 scallions, sliced into rings
  • 1 (2.5-oz) can sliced olives, drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn, defrosted
  • 1-1/2 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh tomato, chopped
  • Fat-free or reduced-fat sour cream (optional garnish)
  • Salsa (optional garnish)

Cook's Notes

Once the peppers are charred, place them in a bowl covered with saran wrap or store them in a plastic bag.|This allows them to steam using the residual heat and moisture, which in turn loosens the black charred skin.

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