Chipotle Chicken Nachos Recipe

Updated March 25, 2025

Nachos topped with chipotle-spiced ground chicken, pinto beans, and gobs of melty cheese make for a hearty party snack or an easy weeknight meal.

Recipe Details

Prep 5 mins

Cook 30 mins

Active 15 mins

Total 35 mins

Serves 6 to 8 servings

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Ingredients

Adjust rack to middle position and preheat oven to 375°F. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until simmering. Add chicken, chili, cumin, oregano, 1 teaspoon chipotle powder, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until chicken is just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to simmer. Season to taste and remove from heat.
Lightly mash pinto beans with remaining 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder. Spread 3/4 of the chips in a 13- by 9-inch baking dish. Spoon bean mixture over chips, followed by the chicken and 1/3 cup of the jalapeños. Sprinkle 3/4 of the cheese over the top.
Place remaining chips on top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake until nachos are hot and cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Scatter tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and remaining jalapeños over the top. Serve immediately.

13- by 9-inch casserole dish

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 6 to 8
Amount per serving
Calories	700
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 45g	57%
Saturated Fat 15g	77%
Cholesterol 120mg	40%
Sodium 733mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate 47g	17%
Dietary Fiber 11g	39%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 33g
Vitamin C 10mg	51%
Calcium 419mg	32%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1096mg	23%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.