Description
BBQ Chicken and Grilled Pineapple Nachos are a delicious twist on traditional nachos, featuring shredded rotisserie chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and grilled pineapple.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup tangy barbecue sauce
- 1 bag (12 oz) corn tortilla chips
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for serving)
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat your grill to a medium-high setting.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken with the barbecue sauce until well-coated.
- Grill the diced pineapple for about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
- Remove the pineapple from the grill and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- On a large platter, arrange the corn tortilla chips in a single layer.
- Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture over the chips, followed by the grilled pineapple and grated Monterey Jack cheese.
- Transfer the platter to the grill and cover it, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Remove the platter and top with pickled jalapeños, fresh cilantro, and chopped scallions.
- Serve hot with a side of Greek yogurt for dipping.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add diced red bell peppers or a splash of hot sauce before serving.
- Swap the chicken for shredded beef or pulled jackfruit for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg